Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group as we pioneer the future landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, craft actionable strategies, and lead cross-functional teams in transforming foresight into market dominance. This role demands an analytical mind, creative thinking, and the ability to anticipate paradigm shifts that will redefine industries by 2026.
Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where innovation meets execution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop roadmaps that position our clients as industry pioneers. We provide cutting-edge resources, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-vision strategies
- Produce high-impact reports and visualizations translating complex data into actionable insights
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-ready solutions and validate market readiness
- Mentor junior futurists and establish best practices in foresight methodologies
- Represent the firm at industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in foresight, consulting, or strategic innovation roles
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills with executive audiences
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., Shaping Alternative Futures, Causal Layered Analysis)