Creative Strategist/Director at Goodo Studios | Seattle, WA

Goodo Studios

Creative Strategist/Director

Seattle, WA (On-site)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Direct on-set talent for performance-driven UGC ads, translating scripts into compelling footage and guiding talent to maximize paid-social performance.

Own on-set direction to execute scripts and briefs for paid social
Must-have: Directing UGC-style content for paid social with strong feedback skills
Standout: Bridges creative and production on set to maintain energy and deliver test-ready content

Job Description

Responsibilities

Direct talent on set based on approved scripts and creative briefs
Guide tone, pacing, and delivery to match UGC ad styles
Ensure key hooks, beats, and variations are captured for performance testing
Collaborate with producers, editors, and the creative team to execute the concept
Adapt direction quickly based on what’s working on camera
Help maintain an efficient, positive energy on set
Create shotlists for shoot days based on creative briefs given to you

Requirements

You should be comfortable working in the UGC / performance ad world, directing talent quickly, and translating scripts and creative briefs into strong footage on set.
Background in ad strategy, content strategy, or performance marketing
Experience directing or producing UGC-style content for paid social
Strong understanding of what makes ads perform (hooks, pacing, messaging)
Comfortable directing talent and giving clear, actionable feedback
Good with people — able to make talent feel natural and confident on camera
Seattle-based and available for on-set shoots