Performance Creative Strategist, Paid Social (DTC)

Boston, MA (Remote)

$73K/yr - $82K/yr (Est.)Mid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own DTC creative strategy and production for paid social campaigns, turning data into iterated ad concepts for Meta and TikTok.

  • 2+ years writing direct response ad creative for DTC brands running paid social campaigns
  • Strong ability to analyze creative performance (hook rate, CTR, ROAS) and translate results into new concepts
  • Solid Meta Ads knowledge and in-platform format/placement impact

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own creative strategy for a portfolio of DTC clients — master their brand voice, product positioning, customer psychology, and competitive landscape so every brief you write is informed and specific
  • Write direct response ad scripts, briefs, shot lists, and copy for UGC-style video, static, and hybrid ad formats optimized for Meta and TikTok acquisition campaigns
  • Analyze ad performance data weekly — review hook rates, hold rates, thumbstop, CTR, CVR, CPA, and ROAS to identify creative winners, diagnose underperformers, and build iteration roadmaps
  • Develop and present creative testing frameworks — outline testing variables, write hypotheses, and execute creative based on data-backed insights
  • Identify content gaps and whitespace opportunities by conducting social listening, competitor audits, and trend analysis across platforms
  • Collaborate with designers and editors , reviewing ad quality and ensuring every deliverable meets creative and performance standards before it goes live
  • Manage client approvals and feedback loops , incorporating notes into final deliverables while keeping projects on track
  • Leverage AI tools (we use Claude) to accelerate research, scripting, and creative iteration — you're expected to work with AI as a daily tool in your workflow, not treat it as a novelty
  • Report on creative performance, emerging trends, and strategic recommendations to account managers on a weekly cadence

Requirements

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience writing direct response ad creative (scripts, briefs, ad copy) specifically for DTC brands running paid social acquisition campaigns
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze ad creative performance data (hook rate, thumbstop, CTR, ROAS, CPA) and translate findings into new creative strategies and iterations
  • Deep working knowledge of Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram) — how creative performs in-platform, how the algorithm rewards engagement, and what formats/placements drive results
  • Strong understanding of direct response copywriting principles: hooks, offers, CTAs, urgency, social proof, and storytelling frameworks that convert
  • Experience writing UGC-style scripts and briefs, including talent direction and shot-by-shot breakdowns
  • Familiarity with TikTok ad creative and trends

Preferred

  • Experience working agency-side with multiple DTC clients simultaneously
  • Hands-on experience using AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, or similar) to support creative workflows — research, brainstorming, scriptwriting, competitive analysis, or performance interpretation
  • Hands-on exposure to media buying or close collaboration with buyers (you understand the buy side even if you're not the one in Ads Manager)
  • Working knowledge of creative analytics tools like Motion
  • Experience with project management and communication tools like Asana and Slack
  • Graphic design experience is not required, but you should know enough about design best practices to QA creative output effectively

Benefits

  • Health, Dental & Vision (fully covered by Homestead) + 401K matching available
  • 15 Days PTO (prorated based on start date), plus 11+ paid holidays
  • Wellness credit benefits
  • Diverse and forward-thinking environment
  • Exciting career growth opportunities
  • A company culture that values freedom, responsibility, and impact-driven work
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Homestead Studio

Homestead is a digital growth agency that helps eCommerce businesses scale.

Founded in 2019
Appleton, Wisconsin, USA
70 employees (36 in marketing)

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