Director of Media Innovation (Performance Marketing)

Company overview

Caps Lock specializes in providing digital marketing services to businesses facing sales growth challenges.

Our services include sales consulting, data analytics, and recruitment support, ensuring efficient and accelerated growth.

Founded by industry professionals in IT, design, and data analytics, we address the market need for exclusive, scalable customer acquisition solutions.

At Caps Lock, we value people, client orientation, quality, continuous improvement, integrity, and strong relationships.

Our diverse, global team speaks over 10 languages whose ideas inspire the innovation that runs through everything we do, from unique technology to industry-leading services and customer experiences.

Role overview

We’re seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Media Innovation to lead our newly established Growth & Innovation Hub — the strategic engine driving our next phase of expansion.

In this role, you’ll define and execute the company’s roadmap for discovering, validating, and scaling new growth opportunities across traffic sources, client verticals, and marketing technologies.

Your mission is to build systems that turn innovation into measurable results — ensuring our organization continues to evolve, diversify, and lead in the fast-changing world of performance marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and scale the Growth & Innovation Hub, ensuring efficiency and clarity across all teams.
• Recruit and develop high-performing leads and media buyers to support new business growth.
• Manage a dedicated team responsible for launching new clients and testing new niches.

Oversee the strategic planning, execution, and optimization of campaigns for clients entering new markets, ensuring that all efforts are effectively tested, measured, and optimized for success.

• Manage and guide the R&D team in discovering and testing new ad platforms, marketing methods.
• Work closely with the senior leadership to align media innovation strategies with the company’s broader business objectives and client goals.
• Own the Performance Creative Strategy across all testing and scaling initiatives (angles, hooks, offers, messaging, formats, creators/UGC, landing page narrative alignment).

Requirements

Attributes

• We are looking for a highly motivated, innovative leader who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional communicator with strong critical thinking skills, capable of making data-driven decisions that foster growth and efficiency.
• Innovative Problem Solver. You demonstrate the ability to identify challenges and develop creative solutions through root-cause analysis and collaborative strategies.
• Highly Organized & Analytical. You have strong organizational skills, experience managing resources, and a talent for overseeing complex projects from conception to completion.
• Strong Leadership & Mentorship. You are committed to developing your team and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Adaptability. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving digital landscape, with a proactive approach to staying ahead of industry trends.
• Project Management Expertise.

The ideal candidate demonstrates proven experience in managing projects of varying complexity, ensuring successful delivery from initiation to completion.

Skilled in resource allocation, timeline management, and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of performance marketing experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role focused on media buying, or media innovation.

Proven success in driving innovation and optimizing paid traffic channels.

• Deep experience with Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, and platform analytics tools
• Expert-level understanding of the ad tech landscape and major performance marketing channels.
• Proven experience building performance creative strategy frameworks (concepting, scripting, iteration loops, creative analytics).
• Strong understanding of creative analytics (breakdowns by angle/hook/format/creator, fatigue tracking, cohort performance).
• Experience in fast-paced, data-centric environments (agency or performance marketing).
• Experience with North American markets and lead generation models is a big plus.
• Experience leading and growing cross-functional teams.
• Experience working remotely and collaboratively across departments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas to senior management, and internal teams in a clear, concise manner.
• Fluent English.

Why do we deserve your attention?

Not only do we offer fair and competitive pay, but we also provide perks and benefits that support your well-being and growth. Here are some of them:

• Remote Work We are a truly remote-first company. You choose where you feel the most productive and comfortable to make an impact.
• Paid Time Off Work-life balance matters to us, and we support it with paid time off for rest, personal time, or simply doing what makes you happy.
• Ongoing Learning We believe in curiosity and growth. That’s why we support continuous learning with workshops, online courses, conferences, and certifications.
• Home Office We help you set up your perfect workspace by covering equipment and furniture expenses, so you can do your best work from home.
• Physical Well-Being From gym memberships and yoga classes to home workout equipment or even a bicycle, we give you the flexibility to stay active your way.
• Unlimited Sick Days Your health matters. Take the time you need to rest and recover - we’ll be here when you’re ready to return.
• Medical Coverage We support you and your family with reimbursement for medical insurance and health-related expenses, including dental care and psychological support.
• Co-Working Space If you sometimes crave a change of scenery or more social interaction, we’ll cover the full cost of a co-working space.
• Fun Stuff From gaming nights and fitness challenges to annual retreats at world-class resorts, we make sure there’s never a shortage of fun and connection.
• #J-18808-Ljbffr