Zachary Cheek
About Zachary Cheek
Zachary Cheek serves as the Vice President of Integrated Media Strategy at Current Global in Chicago, Illinois. With a diverse background in social media strategy and marketing communications, he has held various positions in notable companies and has a passion for storytelling and teamwork.
Work at Current Global
Zachary Cheek serves as Vice President of Integrated Media Strategy at Current Global, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he is responsible for developing and executing integrated media strategies that align with client objectives. His role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance media outreach and engagement.
Previous Experience in Media Strategy
Prior to his current role, Zachary Cheek accumulated extensive experience in media strategy across several organizations. He worked at VMLY&R as Associate Director of Connections Strategy from 2021 to 2023. Before that, he was a Senior Digital Strategist at The Escape Pod from 2019 to 2021 and held multiple positions at Razorfish, including Social Media Strategist and Community Manager.
Background in Marketing Communications
Zachary Cheek began his career in marketing communications at the National MS Society, where he served as Marketing Communications & Event Coordinator from 2009 to 2013. He also worked as a Marketing Communications Specialist for eight months in 2013. His roles involved coordinating events and developing marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission.
Education and Expertise
Zachary Cheek studied at Colorado State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a focus on Creative Writing. His educational background supports his expertise in storytelling and problem-solving, which he applies in team environments to develop effective media strategies.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
In addition to his professional pursuits, Zachary Cheek enjoys various hobbies. He plays the trumpet in a local Elvis cover band and enjoys cooking large pieces of meat on low heat. He also plays the guitar and frequently tells jokes while enjoying cold beers at dive bars in Chicago. He believes in the benefits of outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.