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Design Strategist

Based on 10 assessments · 1 from real users

23% Low risk

Average realistic automation risk across all Design Strategist profiles in the dataset.

Raw potential
54%
Realistic risk
23%
Research benchmark ?
41%

Raw potential = I/O automation ceiling. Realistic risk = adjusted for informal knowledge and social context. Research benchmark: Eloundou et al. (2023)

Distribution across 10 profiles. Middle half of Design Strategists score between 20% and 24%.

0% 50% 100%
p10 · 19%
26% · p90
On-screen work 50%

Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.

In-person + screen 2%

Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.

Computer + action 15%

Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.

Fully in-person 33%

No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.

3 synthetic profiles for a Design Strategist, ordered by automation exposure. Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.

Task Time Type Exposure
Create and present strategic recommendations, decks, and reports to C-suite executives and board members
some context needed
21% DA 11%
Develop strategic frameworks, business models, and go-to-market plans based on research and organizational goals
deep expertise social element
19% DD 35%
Network with industry peers, clients, and external advisors to maintain market intelligence and build relationships
deep expertise
16% AA 6%
Facilitate stakeholder workshops and strategy sessions to align leadership on vision, priorities, and roadmaps
deep expertise
15% AA 4%
Mentor and coach senior leaders and cross-functional teams on strategic thinking and execution
deep expertise
11% AA 4%
Monitor implementation progress, track KPIs, and adjust strategy based on performance data and market feedback
10% DD 47%
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities in target sectors
3% DD 78%

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