Performance Ad Designer: AI-Powered DTC Creatives

Pique; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pique is seeking a designer focused on paid social ads to fuel performance marketing across Meta, TikTok, and other paid channels. You will own ads from brief to launch, using AI tools and motion to deliver premium, scroll-stopping creatives.

You’ll work directly with the founder and senior leadership in a fast-paced, owning culture. If your portfolio is not strong in paid ads with measurable results, this role may not fit.

Qualifications

• Portfolio of paid social ads with performance results and the ability to explain win factors.
• Experience creating AI-driven ads and using tools like Midjourney, Firefly, Runway or Kling.
• 4+ years in design, with 3+ years for paid social ads for DTC brands.
• Deep knowledge of Meta and TikTok ad formats, placements, and safe zones.
• Ability to design across polished premium to native/UGC styles.
• Experience in skincare or wellness ads is a strong plus.
• Proficient in Figma and Adobe CC; motion via After Effects or Premiere.
• Animated ads and short-form video in portfolio a plus.
• Fast, high-quality weekly output with clean files.
• Proven track record of expanding responsibilities with references.

Responsibilities

• Design static and animated ads for Meta and TikTok with a strong hook and clear message.
• Create launch-ready formats: reviews, comparisons, founder formats, education, native/UGC.
• Write/edit on-image headlines and copy; ensure design and text synergy.
• Collaborate with performance creatives and media buyers; iterate from results.

Skills

Paid social ads design

AI workflows

Performance analysis

Portfolio storytelling

Fast production velocity

Education

Bachelor's in design or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

After Effects

Premiere

Job description

Pique is seeking a designer focused on paid social ads to fuel performance marketing across Meta, TikTok, and other paid channels. You will own ads from brief to launch, using AI tools and motion to deliver premium, scroll-stopping creatives.

You’ll work directly with the founder and senior leadership in a fast-paced, owning culture. If your portfolio is not strong in paid ads with measurable results, this role may not fit.