Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technological, societal, and economic trends for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of innovators in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem to architect sustainable future scenarios and guide organizations through unprecedented transformation.
This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop adaptive roadmaps, identify disruptive opportunities, and mitigate systemic risks. Our award-winning futurist lab offers cutting-edge resources and unparalleled impact potential.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement horizon-scanning frameworks to identify emerging trends through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning models for technological disruption and market evolution
- Lead strategic foresight workshops for executive stakeholders across industries
- Produce actionable trend reports and predictive analytics for C-suite decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate foresight into product development pipelines
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, keynote presentations, and industry panels
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record developing scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, Web3)
- Exceptional data visualization and predictive modeling capabilities
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or similar institution)
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis and scenario planning projects