Brandon Grant-Walker

I am a senior marketing and communications executive with a proven record of driving revenue growth, expanding audiences, and building strategic partnerships that strengthen brands and exceed business goals.

As Vice President of Content Marketing & Brand Development at Simon & Schuster, I lead enterprise strategy across direct-to-consumer and social commerce, partnerships, events, social media, video, and audience development—transforming creative storytelling and cultural relevance into measurable commercial impact.

Over the course of my career, I have built and scaled marketing functions, negotiated major media and commerce partnerships, and led high-performing teams to deliver innovative campaigns that deepen brand affinity and drive meaningful growth. My experience spans publishing, media, arts and culture, luxury, and entertainment, allowing me to connect audiences with the ideas, people, and products that enrich their lives.

Above all, I am a passionate storyteller, a curious human, and a marketing leader who believes creativity and collaboration are the most powerful engines for growth.

Above all, I am a passionate storyteller, a curious human, and a skilled marketing leader.

Areas of exprtise include:

  • Social & E-Commerce

  • Brand & Product Development

  • Marketing & Digital Strategy

  • Strategic Partnerships

  • Content Creation

  • Celebrity, Influencer & Affiliate Collaborations

  • Experiential

  • PR & Media Strategy

  • Loyalty & Membership Marketing

  • Contract Negotiations

Executive Experience

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Simon & Schuster | October 2024 - Present

VP, Content Marketing and Brand Development

Lead corporate marketing strategy for social & e-commerce, video, affiliate & influencer relationships, social media, web, events, multicultural marketing, strategic partnerships, and audience growth.

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The Moth | March 2019 - October 2024

Director of Marketing

Head marketing executive overseeing brand marketing, communications, growth, and brand partnerships strategy for the acclaimed global storytelling nonprofit across live events, podcasts, storytelling workshops, publishing, merchandise, and membership verticals.   

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OUT magazine and The Advocate magazine (Pride Media) | April 2017 - November 2018

Director, Integrated Marketing

Oversaw brand marketing and strategy for Pride Media and its collection of brands, including OUT magazine, The Advocate, Out Traveler, and Pride.com across digital, print, and social platforms. 

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DEPARTURES magazine and CENTURION magazine (Time Inc.) | February 2014 - April 2017

Associate Director, Integrated Marketing

Senior Manager, Integrated Marketing

Spearheaded marketing partnerships for DEPARTURES and CENTURION to engage, retain, and increase membership among American Express Platinum Card and Centurion Members. 

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MANHATTAN magazine and BEACH magazine (Cumulus Media) | December 2011 - February 2014

Director of Marketing

Created dynamic marketing partnerships for MANHATTAN, BEACH, and FRONT DESK NEW YORK magazine’s clients across the fashion, music, entertainment, automotive, and finance industries.

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MIAMI magazine (Cumulus Media) | February 2007 - February 2014

Director of Marketing

Marketing Manager

Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Led all regional marketing programs and initiatives for MIAMI magazine, including directing PR outreach, cross-platform marketing programs, and strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations.