Darkroom Studios
About Darkroom
Darkroom is a technology-driven growth marketing firm focused on growth-stage consumer companies. We were founded in 2017 out of a conviction that the iconic ad agencies of tomorrow would look very different. Darkroom is a human services firm built on a universal AI commerce layer called Matter. Our model deploys a unique blend of senior, human resources enriched by an agentic technology stack that enhances output, efficiency, and revenue generation for our clients.
Our team has been responsible for billions of dollars in trackable revenue across the various e-commerce marketplace, direct-to-consumer, and social commerce programs under management. Using research aggregated across these engagements, we accelerate results for our portfolio by developing high-impact digital strategies that unlock gateways to revenue growth, transform marketing operations, and prioritize profitability.
What started as a boutique design agency evolved into one of the fastest-growing private companies in America (Inc. 5000), one of the most successful results-driven performance media agencies of the 2020s (Varos), and esteemed recognition by Forbes 30 Under 30 for our founders' contribution in Marketing & Advertising (Forbes). About the Role
Darkroom is looking for a
Performance Creative Consultant
to join us on a
short-term basis
and provide high-impact coaching and guidance to our Associate Creative Directors.This role is ideal for someone who brings hands-on experience in DTC-focused performance creative and has a deep understanding of creative testing, hooks, and messaging frameworks.
You'll lead a series of coaching sessions, share insights from your experience building effective ad creatives, and help us document best practices into clear SOPs for future use. What You'll Do Coach ACDs on high-performing creative strategy and execution Lead short training sessions on creative testing and performance frameworks Provide examples and guidance on structuring messaging, hooks, and angles Advise on Meta ad creative strategy and DTC creative best practices Build clear and actionable SOPs based on your coaching sessions Who You Are A creative strategist or performance marketing expert with a proven track record in scaling brands through high-impact creative Experienced in concepting, building, and testing ad creatives for paid social, particularly on Meta platforms Deeply familiar with performance marketing frameworks (e.g., PAS, AIDA, Before/After/Bridge, etc.) Strong in messaging ideation, with the ability to craft compelling hooks, angles, and narratives for direct-response ads Comfortable coaching and collaborating with creative leaders, offering clear feedback and insight Excellent at presenting concepts, and skilled in creating documentation, SOPs, or playbooks Brings experience working with DTC or eCommerce brands, understanding fast-paced, data-driven creative needs Has an agency background and understands how to drive performance across multiple accounts or clients
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
Darkroom is a technology-driven growth marketing firm focused on growth-stage consumer companies. We were founded in 2017 out of a conviction that the iconic ad agencies of tomorrow would look very different. Darkroom is a human services firm built on a universal AI commerce layer called Matter. Our model deploys a unique blend of senior, human resources enriched by an agentic technology stack that enhances output, efficiency, and revenue generation for our clients.
Our team has been responsible for billions of dollars in trackable revenue across the various e-commerce marketplace, direct-to-consumer, and social commerce programs under management. Using research aggregated across these engagements, we accelerate results for our portfolio by developing high-impact digital strategies that unlock gateways to revenue growth, transform marketing operations, and prioritize profitability.
What started as a boutique design agency evolved into one of the fastest-growing private companies in America (Inc. 5000), one of the most successful results-driven performance media agencies of the 2020s (Varos), and esteemed recognition by Forbes 30 Under 30 for our founders' contribution in Marketing & Advertising (Forbes). About the Role
Darkroom is looking for a
Performance Creative Consultant
to join us on a
short-term basis
and provide high-impact coaching and guidance to our Associate Creative Directors.This role is ideal for someone who brings hands-on experience in DTC-focused performance creative and has a deep understanding of creative testing, hooks, and messaging frameworks.
You'll lead a series of coaching sessions, share insights from your experience building effective ad creatives, and help us document best practices into clear SOPs for future use. What You'll Do Coach ACDs on high-performing creative strategy and execution Lead short training sessions on creative testing and performance frameworks Provide examples and guidance on structuring messaging, hooks, and angles Advise on Meta ad creative strategy and DTC creative best practices Build clear and actionable SOPs based on your coaching sessions Who You Are A creative strategist or performance marketing expert with a proven track record in scaling brands through high-impact creative Experienced in concepting, building, and testing ad creatives for paid social, particularly on Meta platforms Deeply familiar with performance marketing frameworks (e.g., PAS, AIDA, Before/After/Bridge, etc.) Strong in messaging ideation, with the ability to craft compelling hooks, angles, and narratives for direct-response ads Comfortable coaching and collaborating with creative leaders, offering clear feedback and insight Excellent at presenting concepts, and skilled in creating documentation, SOPs, or playbooks Brings experience working with DTC or eCommerce brands, understanding fast-paced, data-driven creative needs Has an agency background and understands how to drive performance across multiple accounts or clients
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