Creative Strategist (Direct Response)

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Company Overview

We're Swan Studio, B&T's Emerging Agency of the Year 2025 and the leading direct Paid Social creative agency in Australia. We empower brands like Juniper, Collagen Co, and Immutable to transform scrolls into sales, all thanks to our unique blend of data-driven strategy and bold execution.

Our work consistently sets the industry benchmark for conversion-focused social creative, and our team is actively shaping the future of the field through thought leadership and groundbreaking approaches.If you're a creative who thrives on seeing the direct impact of your work and wants to be at the forefront of what's next in advertising in an AI-centric world, you'll find your home here.

Role Summary

We are looking for Freelance Creative Strategists who can work remotely and be responsible for crafting direct response ad creative strategies across a portfolio of clients, ensuring top production quality—all with the goal of delivering impactful, high-converting creative.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and creative output for a group of leading brands, delivering measurable growth through best in class creative
• Liaise with client leads in our Sydney Studio to deliver an exceptional service that exceeds our clients' expectations
• Collaborate with content creators, editors, designers, and producers to create high-quality work for your clients
• Analyse creative data to derive insights for creative optimisation and testing

Requirements

• Minimum two years of experience in direct response creative, with a strong understanding of performance-driven content, audience psychology, and platform best practices.
• Proven track record of conceiving and launching direct response ads that drive purchases, sign-ups, or subscriptions
• Strong command of short-form video, static design, and iterative creative testing
• Experience collaborating with producers to ensure seamless project execution and delivery
• Ability to brief editors and motion designers for optimal post-production outcomes
• Experience managing client relationships, timelines, and budget expectations
• Deep understanding of consumer psychology in digital environments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with obsessive attention to detail

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and impact
• Performance bonus linked to the growth of client accounts under your stewardship
• Continuous professional development with dedicated budget for courses, conferences, and tooling
• Opportunity to pioneer AI-driven production methods within an ambitious, future-focused studio

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover note to dean@swan.studio and sarah@swan.studio. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Join the Swan Squad and play a role in our journey to becoming the world's best performance creative agency.