Creative Lead - Performance Marketing

We''re putting together a talented team to build the #1 training platform for Runners
We help everyday runners become outstanding by building an incredible app providing world-class training, coaching and community for everyone, whether you''re improving your 5k time or training for your first marathon.We’re growing extremely fast! In November
2023
we closed a $6.5M funding round led by JamJar with participation from Eka Ventures, Venrex and Creator Ventures. In
2024 , we were selected by Apple as one of three global finalists for the 2024 iPhone App of the Year , reflecting the innovation and impact of what we’ve built and now in
2025
we have just been acquired by
Strava !Our ambition is huge: to become the go-to global leading training platform for millions of runners everywhere. We’re growing with purpose and looking for people who want to build something meaningful with lasting impact. With the recent acquisition by Strava accelerating our journey, now is a really magical time to joinThe Team You’ll Join
You’ll be part of our growing in-house
Creative team
made up of producers, strategists, and UGC managers who love making
scroll-stopping content
for platforms like Meta, TikTok, YouTube. We’re a creative, curious bunch who aren’t afraid to test bold ideas. In this role you’ll own the relationship with
Performance Marketing Managers
to make sure we’re learning from what’s working (and what’s not) — keeping the feedback loop tight, sharing insights, and making sure we’re always learning, iterating, and scaling what works.What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll take full ownership of Runna’s performance creative function - setting the strategic vision, managing cross-functional production, and developing high-performing creative across channels. You’ll report to Laura, Head of Performance Marketing.Lead the end-to-end creative strategy for performance marketing, with a focus on improving CAC and LTVBuild and manage a quarterly creative roadmap aligned with channel priorities and business goalsOversee the development, prioritisation, and execution of creative briefs across all channelsLine-manage and coordinate the workload of internal and external producers across static, video, and UGCOwn and evolve a robust creative testing framework, scaling winners and cutting under performersImprove creative workflows and explore AI/automation tools to boost production throughputAct as the bridge between Creative and Paid Media to ensure alignment, communication, and resultsWhat You’ll Bring To The Team:
4+ years in creative strategy, performance marketing, or paid socialExperience leading creative strategy and execution across Meta, TikTok, and YouTubeProficiency in Figma - using it to map ideas, lead brainstorms, and bring creative concepts to life collaborativelyProven track record in managing complex creative production workflows and cross-functional teamsDeep understanding of UGC, ad testing, and performance creative best practicesExcellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyStrategic thinker with strong instincts for creative, data, and executionPassion for innovation and experimentation, with a willingness to push boundariesBonus Points If You Have:
A background in fitness, health, or lifestyle brandsHands-on experience working with or sourcing UGC creators at scaleSalary and Benefits
We’re offering a salary of £60,000 - £70,000 per year, depending on experience, plus participation in Strava''s long-term incentive (stock) programs. Overview of our benefits is below:We’re also committed to continually evolving our benefits to support you as we grow. Here is a brief overview what we currently offer in the UKFlexible working
– we typically spend 2–3 days a week together in our Vauxhall office?25 days holiday , plus bank holidays (which you can take whenever suits you)Runna subscriptions for you and 5 of your friends
(get ready to be your friends fave person or save them for xmas presents!)Strava membership!Headspace membershipMoney every year to spend on gear, events and the gym!We’ll give you a
voucher
to spend on our website so you can buy yourself new Runna kit (and will renew this every year on your work anniversary)Private health insurance
with Bupa and workplace
pension
schemeModern Health
ia a mental wellness platform and app that combines technology with professional support to improve mental well-being and reduce stressCarrot fertility support
- this benefits provider can provide inclusive fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits to our global employee population and takes the burden off what we know can be a stressful process.Please see more info on our amazing benefits here:
Benefits at RunnaOur Interview Process:
Our aim is to keep the interview process as straightforward and enjoyable as possible, and will consist of the following stages:Screening call
with Josh, Talent Lead (25-minute video call)Intro call
with Miranda, Director of Growth (25 minutes video call)Take Home Task [1-2 hours] and Interview
with Laura, Head of Performance and Calum, Creative Manager (50 minutes video call)Final round:
London office visit -1hr in-person to meet with
Dom, CEO
and the rest of the
UK teamHow to Apply:
Please apply through
this link
(this will take you to our Workable career hub).
Please note, we are unable to accept any applications outside of Workable. I f you have any questions regarding the status of your application, please email
careers@runna.comStill have questions or want to know more? Check out our Careers PageWe’re unfortunately unable to sponsor for this role
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