Midori McSwain

Brand + Culture Strategy at rednote

United States

About

The work I love shifts perceptions and drives real behavior change. I bring over 15 years of experience in Brand and Creative Strategy leadership across agency and in-house environments, with the last 8 years at some of the most influential, category-defining global brands in the world. Most of my career is focused on work that centers advancing brand love, driving cultural relevance, and aligning creative strategy to business outcomes in highly competitive markets. I help guide teams toward bold strategic choices, scaling creative frameworks that resonate globally, and translate insight into standout brand experiences.

Experience

  • Brand Strategy, Brand Creative Studio at Netflix
    May 2024 - Jun 2026 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Global Brand Campaigns - Discover Your Future (feat Teyana Taylor) Brand Partnerships - Squid Game x Duolingo - Frankenstien x Tiffany & Co.

  • Spotify (4 yrs 10 mos)
    • Associate Director, Brand Strategy
      May 2021 - Mar 2024 · 2 yrs 11 mos

      Spotify Wrapped Brand Architecture Future Culture/Energy/Innovation

    • Brand Strategy Lead
      Jun 2019 - May 2021 · 2 yrs

      Spotify Wrapped Global Masterbrand Strategic Positioning Social Impact Strategy Brand, Product Research

  • Managing Partner at Wild Oats Music, Inc.
    Jun 2012 - Jan 2024 · 11 yrs 8 mos

    Record Label // Vinyl pressing distribution Artists: Kyle Hall, Jay Daniel, K15, Funkinevil, Gifted and Blessed, Anthony Shakir, Byron the Aquarius

  • Strategy Consultant at Freelance
    Feb 2019 - Jun 2019 · 5 mos

    Music, Tech, Fashion, Sports/Sportswear, Luxury, Automotive Places I’ve been: Spotify Vs. Creative FCB NY

  • Senior Strategist at Untitled Worldwide
    Mar 2018 - Feb 2019 · 1 yr

    Pernod Ricard TytoHome (Telehealth) Airtable New Business