Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. As a Senior Futurist Strategist, you'll decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for global clients in our Austin headquarters. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our strategic foresight initiatives and shape the future of technology, sustainability, and human experience.
At Horizon Dynamics, we blend cutting-edge research with actionable strategy to help organizations navigate exponential change. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and disruptive startups while driving our 2026 innovation roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize complex global trends across technology, sociology, economics, and ecology
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite executives
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing organizational models
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and predictive analytics dashboards
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions
- Represent the company at global innovation summits and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Expertise in systems thinking, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Proven track record of delivering C-level strategic recommendations
- Strong data visualization and presentation skills with executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation publications
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, APF) preferred