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Associate Creative Director – Performance Marketing

Associate Creative Director – Performance Marketing

CompanyWhatNot
LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA, Los Angeles, CA, USA, New York, NY, USA
Salary$170000 – $230000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in performance creative roles with an emphasis on paid social
  • 2-4+ years of experience in a lead role executing projects independently, including in-house experience at a multi-sided brand
  • Proven track record of leading creative development from concept to execution
  • Deep understanding of audience behavior, established and emerging digital marketing trends and tools, specifically paid and organic social, across all ad platforms
  • Skilled at interpreting performance data, leveraging analytics tools to refine creative strategies and enhance campaign effectiveness
  • Ability to set and achieve performance marketing goals, managing budgets and campaigns at scale
  • Experience reacting to cultural moments with timely, relevant social content that resonates
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment, motivated by both creativity and results
  • Passion for exploring how brands can intersect with culture
  • Naturally curious and proactive, with a growth mindset and a high standard for quality
  • You thrive on feedback, view it as a tool for growth, and are motivated to consistently elevate your work

Responsibilities

  • Oversee end-to-end processes, from initial brainstorms to final handoff, to deliver standout work that drives conversion and engagement
  • Establish a steady pipeline of relevant, high-performing creative at a global scale for ongoing testing and iteration that successfully balances performance goals with brand ambitions
  • Analyze performance data and testing results to uncover and share insights in creative lookbacks with stakeholders, refine creative direction and strategies, and drive better outcomes
  • Stay ahead of trends, emerging platforms, and creative best practices to keep our marketing fresh, effective, and culturally resonant
  • Provide feedback and guidance to team members and external partners, fostering a collaborative environment of creative excellence
  • Manage relationships with external agencies and contractors as needed to scale creative production efficiently

Preferred Qualifications

  • High-growth startup, marketplace or creator-focused platform experience preferred