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Role: GAIN- Performance- Performance Graphic & Motions Ad Designer

Location: Spain

Hybrid / Remote: Hybrid - Based in Barcelona

We're looking for a Performance Ad Designer who blends creative craft with data‑driven thinking to create high‑impact visual assets for paid social. This role you'll design both static and motion ads tailored for performance, working closely with creative strategists to turn insights into scroll‑stopping visuals across Meta, TikTok, YouTube and beyond.

You understand the mechanics of performance marketing and know how to balance visual storytelling with platform best practices. Whether it's a direct response ad or a top‑of‑funnel brand piece you approach each project with a focus on conversion, engagement and creative innovation.

This is a hybrid design role ideal for someone who's as comfortable in Adobe After Effects as they are iterating based on CTR and Hook Rate data.

• Design compelling static and motion ads optimized for performance across platforms including Meta, TikTok, YouTube and more.
• Design AI-generated assets using tools such as Midjourney, Nano, Banana, Grok, Sora and VEO3 ensuring outputs match the brief, stay on brand and are technically viable for post‑production and platform delivery.
• Translate creative briefs and strategic insights into high‑performing visuals that drive key metrics like CTR, Hook Rate and CVR.
• Develop multiple creative variations for A/B testing and ad iteration, tailoring concepts to different audiences, placements and formats.
• Maintain a strong sense of visual hierarchy, pacing and platform‑native design across all assets.

• Partner with Creative Strategists and Paid Media Managers to bring data‑backed creative concepts to life.
• Actively contribute to brainstorming sessions and creative reviews, bringing fresh relevant ideas rooted in cultural and platform trends.
• Ask the right questions to clarify briefs and uncover creative opportunities, ensuring every deliverable is purposeful and aligned.

• Regularly review performance data and creative test results, iterating on designs to improve engagement and conversion outcomes.
• Collaborate with strategists and editors to refine visuals based on platform benchmarks and creative learnings.
• Stay on top of evolving ad formats, design standards and performance trends, bringing a test‑and‑learn mindset to creative output.

• Manage multiple design projects across clients and verticals, delivering high‑quality assets on time and within scope.
• Ensure all creative meets brand guidelines, platform specs and quality control standards before handoff.

• 2 years of experience in performance‑focused graphic and motion design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating paid social ad design across platforms like Meta, TikTok and YouTube.
• Ability to design and generate assets using AI tools like Midjourney, Nano, Banana, Grok, Sora and VEO3.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—especially Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Experience using collaboration tools like Figma, Notion and is a plus.
• Solid understanding of creative performance metrics and how design impacts outcomes like CTR, CVR and engagement.
• Highly collaborative with excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple timelines and adapting to evolving creative direction.

Constant curiosity: we're curious, critical creative thinkers who get a kick out of finding new ways to look at the world. So we constantly seek out data insight intelligence and inspiration that fuels our thinking.

Pushing boundaries: we don't wait for innovation; we share a relentless drive to engineer it. Merging data technology and creativity to craft bold strategies that drive real impact.

The power of our imagination: creativity guides everything we do. We're not afraid to think big and push our clients out of their creative comfort zone.

Making it happen: we create, we experiment, we go again. Giving each other the freedom to fail. Collectively pursuing ideas that have the power to change the world.

Putting people first: We never lose sight of humanity, care and impact. We do what's right not what's easy. For our people, our clients and the planet.

GAIN is a creative‑led, insight‑driven company that blends data tech and creativity to create meaningful impact with a workforce of 650 people worldwide.

This role will sit within the Performance Business Unit. We help brands show up in the right place at the right time to the right people with data‑driven campaigns. Whether it's paid media, SEO, link building or performance‑driven creative, we build campaigns that actually perform—driving clicks, visibility, conversions and real business growth.

• Private Medical Insurance
• BUPA Life Assurance
• Income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
• Tech & Wearables salary sacrifice scheme
• Octopus EV Scheme
• Discounts and deals on a range of items from hotels, holidays and hormone testing to cinema, gyms and will writing

1. 15‑minute screening call with our Talent Acquisition team.

2. Take‑home technical task to showcase your skills.

3. 1‑hour interview with 2 Senior members of the team.

(P.s. our interviews tend to be more friendly and relaxed than most; that's how we like to work)

We will do everything possible to create the best experience for candidates. However, we appreciate that interviews can be challenging. So please let us know if we can make any adjustments to make you more comfortable or confident.

The above also applies once successful if you require any reasonable adjustments to ensure a smooth transition into your new role. Please highlight this with us during onboarding.

GAIN is an equal‑opportunity employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

We never request any form of payment or fees from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent our company and asking for money or personal financial details, please report it immediately to [contact]. All genuine communications will come from Home GAIN.

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Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1