Version A — Warm and Direct Hi, I saw you're hiring a Brand Director, and I wanted to offer a different option. If you're still shaping the brand while moving fast after your Series A, a full-time hire isn't the only way to get senior-level leadership. I'm a freelance brand strategist who works as a fractional brand lead, helping startups define positioning, messaging, and go-to-market without the cost or ramp-up of a full-time executive. I can plug into your team immediately and scale my involvement as your needs change. If that sounds useful, I'd love to schedule a 20-minute call to learn what you're building and share how I'd approach the role. Best, [Your Name] --- Version B — Firm and Professional Hello, I noticed you're recruiting for a full-time Brand Director. Before you make that hire, I'd like to propose a fractional engagement. I partner with startups that need experienced brand leadership now but don't yet need—or want—the overhead of a permanent executive. I lead positioning, messaging, brand systems, and cross-functional alignment while working as an embedded member of the team on a flexible basis. If you're open to exploring the option, I'd welcome a 20-minute conversation to discuss your goals. Best, [Your Name]