A next-generation growth marketing firm in Dublin is seeking a Creative Strategist to lead high-tempo creative strategy for ad campaigns. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience, a strong portfolio in performance advertising, and proficiency in design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to thrive in a remote-first culture with opportunities for growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the Creative Strategist role at Darkroom 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About Darkroom Darkroom is the leading next‑generation growth marketing firm engineering the brands of tomorrow. Founded in 2017, we set out to redefine what a modern agency could be, by replacing the inertia of legacy advertising behemoths with a model built for speed, intelligence, and measurable impact. At our core, Darkroom is a human services company powered by Matter, a universal AI commerce layer that integrates executive‑level strategy with proprietary agentic technology. Our fusion enables our teams to deliver outsized returns by enhancing creative output, operational efficiency, and revenue generation across every stage of the customer journey. Our track record speaks for itself: billions in attributable revenue driven across e‑commerce marketplaces, media networks, DTC ecosystems, and social commerce platforms. We are one of the fastest‑growing private companies in America (Inc. 5000) and among the most effective performance media agencies of the 2020s (Varos). Our founders were recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 for advancing the intersection of technology, marketing, and advertising. About The Role We’re looking for a visionary creative leader with deep experience in developing ad concepts for digital paid media advertising formats on Meta, TikTok, and other channels. You’re able to dive deep into the pixels and give tactical feedback on design and video, but understand how to thread the needle between performance frameworks, creative testing, and world‑building assets. You’re likely a Creative Strategist by trade with a background in Design, Video Editing, or Performance Marketing. You are hyper‑focused on paid media performance and developing advertisements that sell products and services. What you’ll do Lead high‑tempo creative strategy and direction for full‑funnel ad programs, typically Meta and TikTok, but also YouTube, Amazon, and Display Platforms. Deliver expert advice, concepts, directions, and briefs to sell products and services through short‑form video. Translate client’s marketing strategy and performance data into clear, compelling ad concepts using metrics such as thumb‑stop rate, hold rate, and click‑through rate. Brief Designers and Editors on the creation of assets including static ads, animations, mobile‑first videos, and storyboards for short‑form content; jump‑in and create ad assets if needed. Present creative work to stakeholders and clients with clarity, confidence, and strategic rationale. Monitor performance data with the marketing team to inform creative iterations and improve results over time. You should apply if this sounds like you 3+ years of creative strategy work on performance ad programs, with a specific focus on short‑form video and statics. This role is not for those without Meta short‑form video experience. A digital portfolio showcasing performance ad work including short‑form video, motion, and statics with evidence of impact on metrics like hold rate or CTR. Ability to storyboard, cut, and ship ads; proficiency in Figma, Photoshop, or Illustrator for design refinement. Strong understanding of hooks, angles, and metrics such as thumb‑stop rate, 3‑second hold, hook retention, CTR, and CPA, and using them to decide what to test next. Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, Perplexity, Icon, Runway, or similar to increase speed and volume, and have shipped ads with AI‑assisted elements. Excellent communication skills in writing and when presenting to clients; able to give crisp, actionable feedback and navigate pushback. Turn vague goals into testable concepts, track results, and drive the next iteration without hand‑holding. Deep proficiency in Figma (Auto Layout, Components, handoff) and strong in Adobe Creative Suite. Hard disqualifiers No Meta performance creative ad experience. No portfolio link or no performance context. Strategy‑only with no hands‑on design ability. Not excellent in client presentation and salesmanship. Working at Darkroom Darkroom is not a typical agency. We are looking for A players that want to build something great. There is no room in our organization for mediocrity and candidates that are not at the top of their game do not last. We move fast, think deeply, and expect every team member to bring insight and rigor to everything they touch. We hold a high bar for performance, creativity, and ownership — but we also support each other relentlessly. No egos, no red tape — just world‑class talent building something remarkable. We believe in autonomy with accountability, truth over comfort, and outcomes over optics. If you want to build and win alongside some of the smartest people in the business, you’ll thrive here. Remote‑first culture with a strong community base. While many roles remain fully remote, employees hired to work from our New York or Lisbon HQs (opening early 2026) are expected to adopt a hybrid working model, including weekly in‑office appearances. Hub locations also include the Bay Area, Philly, São Paulo, and Barcelona. Parental leave: flexible parental leave benefits to support new parents during this important transition, ensuring time to bond with their families while maintaining work‑life balance. Endless opportunities for growth: Our agency is founded on an interdisciplinary approach, giving Darkroomers insights into services far beyond your job description. Grow your skills and interests beyond your niche and stay at the forefront of the industry through total immersion in cross‑functional collaboration. Equal Opportunity Statement Darkroom is an equal opportunity workplace—we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A next-generation growth marketing firm in Dublin is seeking a Creative Leader to develop impactful ad concepts for digital channels. This remote role requires expertise in short-form video, hands-on design skills, and a focus on performance metrics. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience and a strong digital portfolio showcasing their work in performance advertising. Join a highly collaborative team and shape the future of digital advertising. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading growth marketing firm in Dublin is seeking an Associate Director, Design. This role involves managing a team, overseeing high-quality design execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has significant design experience and strong leadership skills. Emphasis on UI/UX and branding is crucial. This role is fully remote, and all business is conducted in English. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Darkroom Darkroom is the leading next-generation growth marketing firm engineering the brands of tomorrow. Founded in 2017, we set out to redefine what a modern agency could be, by replacing the inertia of legacy advertising behemoths with a model built for speed, intelligence, and measurable impact. At our core, Darkroom is a human services company powered by Matter , a universal AI commerce layer that integrates executive-level strategy with proprietary agentic technology. This fusion enables our teams to deliver outsized returns by enhancing creative output, operational efficiency, and revenue generation across every stage of the customer journey. Our track record speaks for itself: billions in attributable revenue driven across e-commerce marketplaces, media networks, DTC ecosystems, and social commerce platforms. Every engagement feeds into our proprietary data infrastructure, enabling a continuous feedback loop that accelerates growth, improves margins, and compounds results across our client portfolio. What began as a boutique design studio has evolved into one of the fastest-growing private companies in America (Inc. 5000) and among the most effective performance media agencies of the 2020s (Varos) . Our founders were recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 for advancing the intersection of technology, marketing, and advertising, cementing Darkroom’s role as a defining player in the future of media innovation. About The Role We are hiring an Associate Director, Design – a visionary leader with a strong design background who thrives in both managing creative talent and driving high-quality design execution across various platforms. You’ll combine strategic oversight with hands‑on involvement, ensuring that every design project meets the highest standards of excellence. You will report to the Director of Creative and play a key role in guiding a talented team of designers, overseeing the delivery of exceptional designs for paid ads, emails, landing pages, and e-commerce web design. With your deep expertise in UI/UX and brand design, you’ll empower your team to elevate their skills while maintaining a high bar for creative output and attention to detail. This role requires a balance of leadership and creativity in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, where you’ll work closely with marketing, product, and development teams to ensure the alignment of design goals with broader business objectives. Your ability to drive creative strategy and manage multiple projects with precision will be essential to your success. Darkroom is a career incubator for ambitious talent looking to operate at the intersection of business, design, and innovation. This is a fully remote role operating in the EST Time Zone and all business is conducted 100% in English. Management Responsibilities Manage a team of designers, starting with 2‑4 direct reports and expanding as the team grows. Provide support in strategy, project management, design feedback, performance evaluation, and handling escalations. Conduct weekly 1:1s with direct reports to assess client health, offer feedback, and oversee career development. Ensure high‑quality work output from direct reports, focusing on visual craft, UX expertise, and meeting deadlines. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including marketers, strategists, developers, and clients, to develop project plans, understand business objectives, and address client issues. Refine internal processes for client work in coordination with the Director of Creative. Provide training and feedback to enhance the skills of the design team. Senior Individual Contributor Responsibilities Lead 1‑2 UI/UX engagements as needed, focusing on creating branded e‑commerce websites. Emphasize branded UI, conversion‑focused UX, and clarity in design approaches. Present design work to clients, explaining design choices based on effective reasoning and UX principles. Manage design projects independently from discovery to hand‑off, adhering to timelines and collaborating with developers to ensure feasibility. Develop component systems and maintain design guidelines for consistency. You Should Apply if this Sounds Like You 3‑6+ years of senior‑level design experience, with at least 1 year of people management experience preferred. Must have experience in responsive web design. Digital portfolio showcasing web design and branding skills, including color theory, hierarchy, composition, and typography. Self‑motivated, proactive, and detail‑oriented with a strong sense of ownership. Experience collaborating with developers and documenting designs for development hand‑off. Comfortable with client‑facing responsibilities in English, including leading discovery calls and resolving client feedback. Capable of providing constructive internal feedback and guiding direct reports to improve their work. Ability to tackle ambiguous problems, understand business challenges, design solutions, and execute them effectively. Proficiency in Figma, including features like Auto Layout, Components, and Variants, is essential. with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) is required. Bonus: Experience in e‑commerce or hospitality website design, familiarity with HTML/CSS or frameworks like Tailwind. Working at Darkroom Darkroom is not a typical agency. We are looking for A players that want to build something great. There is no room in our organization for mediocrity and candidates that are not at the top of their game do not last. We move fast, think deeply, and expect every team member to bring insight and rigor to everything they touch. We hold a high bar for performance, creativity, and ownership — but we also support each other relentlessly. No egos, no red tape — just world‑class talent building something remarkable. We believe in autonomy with accountability , truth over comfort , and outcomes over optics . If you want to build and win alongside some of the smartest people in the business, you’ll thrive here. Location, location, (or no) location: Remote‑first culture with a strong community base. While many roles remain fully remote, employees hired to work from our New York or Lisbon HQs (opening early 2026) are expected to adopt a hybrid working model, including weekly in‑office appearances. Hub locations also include the Bay Area, Philly, São Paulo, and Barcelona. Parental Leave: flexible parental leave benefits to support new parents during this important transition, ensuring time to bond with their families while maintaining work‑life balance. Endless opportunities for growth: Our agency is founded on an interdisciplinary approach, giving Darkroomers insights into services far beyond your job description. Grow your skills and interests beyond your niche and stay at the forefront of the industry through total immersion in cross‑functional collaboration. Equal Opportunity Statement Darkroom is an equal opportunity workplace—we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Darkroom by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About Darkroom Darkroom is the leading next‑generation growth marketing firm engineering the brands of tomorrow. Founded in 2017, we set out to redefine what a modern agency could be, by replacing the inertia of legacy advertising behemoths with a model built for speed, intelligence, and measurable impact. At our core, Darkroom is a human services company powered by Matter , a universal AI commerce layer that integrates executive‑level strategy with proprietary agentic technology. This fusion enables our teams to deliver outsized returns by enhancing creative output, operational efficiency, and revenue generation across every stage of the customer journey. Our track record speaks for itself: billions in attributable revenue driven across e‑commerce marketplaces, media networks, DTC ecosystems, and social commerce platforms. Every engagement feeds into our proprietary data infrastructure, enabling a continuous feedback loop that accelerates growth, improves margins, and compounds results across our client portfolio. What began as a boutique design studio has evolved into one of the fastest‑growing private companies in America (Inc. 5000) and among the most effective performance media agencies of the 2020s (Varos). Our founders were recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 for advancing the intersection of technology, marketing, and advertising, cementing Darkroom’s role as a defining player in the future of media innovation. About The Role We’re looking for a visionary creative leader with deep experience in developing ad concepts for digital paid media advertising formats on Meta, TikTok, and other channels. You’re able to dive deep into the pixels and give tactical feedback on design and video, but understand how to thread the needle between performance frameworks, creative testing, and world‑building assets. You’re likely a Creative Strategist by trade with a background in Design, Video Editing, or Performance Marketing. You are hyper‑focused on paid media performance and developing advertisements that sell products and services. You’ll work on our Performance Creative service—our AI‑powered creative strategy engagement for paid media clients that want to work with us on the following: Expertise: Engage us for our expertise in creative strategy, which includes assessing the efficacy of their ad hooks, ad bodies, and general creative direction. You will have a clear perspective on how to improve this over time. Sales: Deliver game‑changing creative ads that sell their products and services better than anyone else. Diversity: Increase the creative diversity of their ad program through the use of multiple ad formats: statics, motion, video, UGC, AI. Volume: Increase the volume of their performance creative program by delivering upwards of 50‑100 new ads per month with the intention of scaling that as needed. This role is for individuals who want to be at the forefront of digital advertising, AI in marketing, and join a team that is building the best creative advertising culture in the business. You will work directly on our Creative Team, which works with our clients to enhance their Creative Output. You will also work with both our Social Commerce team to enhance UGC creative and our Paid Media team to plug into their ad scaling strategies. Generally, your work will be the lifeblood of our ad programs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, AI, and performance—combining bold visual storytelling with data‑informed design decisions. You’ll report to the Director of Creative and lead the management of Designers and Editors to execute paid media assets across a variety of formats, including static ads, short‑form videos, motion graphics, and UGC content. Your work will directly impact client performance by delivering a high‑volume of ad concepts, elevated creative direction, and data‑backed testing frameworks. This is a fully remote role operating in the EST Time Zone and all business is conducted 100% in English. What you’ll do Creative Strategy: Lead high‑tempo creative strategy and direction for full‑funnel ad programs, typically Meta and TikTok, but also YouTube, Amazon, and Display Platforms. Short Form Video Expert: Deliver expert advice, concepts, directions, and briefs to sell products and services through short‑form video. Data Analysis: Translate client’s marketing strategy and performance data into clear, compelling ad concepts (This includes using metrics like thumb‑stop rate, hold rate, and clickthrough rate. You’re super comfortable adapting creatives to impact these metrics.) Cross‑Team Collaboration: Brief Designers and Editors on the creation of assets including static ads, animations, mobile‑first videos, and storyboards for short‑form content. You’re capable of jumping into shape up a design in Figma or whip up an ad yourself without concern, if need be. This isn’t the role for strategy‑only folks. Executive Presentation: Present creative work to stakeholders and clients with clarity, confidence, and strategic rationale. Performance Iteration: Monitor performance data in collaboration with the marketing team to inform creative iterations and improve results over time. You should apply if this sounds like you 3+ years of creative strategy work on performance ad programs, with specific focus working on short form video and statics. If you have not made any short‑form video or driven creative strategy on Meta, this role is not for you. A digital portfolio showcasing performance ad work that includes short‑form video, motion, and statics. Examples of what you did to impact metrics like hold rate or CTR. Evidence of strong creative diversity that includes both highly designed and low‑fidelity creative. You can storyboard, cut, and ship ads. You can jump into Figma to fix hierarchy and pacing, and into Photoshop or Illustrator to polish assets. Strategy‑only folks will not be a fit. You speak in hooks, angles, and metrics. You know thumb‑stop rate, 3‑second hold, hook retention, CTR, and CPA, and you use them to decide what to test next. You already use tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, Perplexity, Icon, Runway, or similar to increase speed and volume. You have shipped ads with AI‑assisted elements, not just experiments. You’re an excellent communicator, both in writing and when presenting to clients. You give crisp, actionable feedback to designers and editors and know how to navigate pushback from clients. You can turn vague goals into testable concepts, track results, and call the next iteration without hand‑holding. Deep in Figma including Auto Layout, Components, and handoff. Strong in Adobe Creative Suite. Hard disqualifiers No Meta performance creative ad experience. No portfolio link or no performance context. Strategy‑only with no hands‑on design ability. Not excellent in client presentation and salesmanship. Working at Darkroom Darkroom is not a typical agency. We are looking for A players that want to build something great. There is no room in our organization for mediocrity and candidates that are not at the top of their game do not last. We move fast, think deeply, and expect every team member to bring insight and rigor to everything they touch. We hold a high bar for performance, creativity, and ownership — but we also support each other relentlessly. No egos, no red tape—just world‑class talent building something remarkable. We believe in autonomy with accountability, truth over comfort, and outcomes over optics. If you want to build and win alongside some of the smartest people in the business, you’ll thrive here. Location, location, (or no) location: Remote‑first culture with a strong community base. While many roles remain fully remote, employees hired to work from our New York or Lisbon HQs (opening early 2026) are expected to adopt a hybrid working model, including weekly in‑office appearances. Hub locations also include the Bay Area, Philly, São Paulo, and Barcelona. Parental Leave: Flexible parental leave benefits to support new parents during this important transition, ensuring time to bond with their families while maintaining work‑life balance. Endless opportunities for growth: Our agency is founded on an interdisciplinary approach, giving Darkroomers insights into services far beyond your job description. Grow your skills and interests beyond your niche and stay at the forefront of the industry through total immersion in cross‑functional collaboration. Equal Opportunity Statement Darkroom is an equal opportunity workplace—we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr
