Creative Director (Social) Dutch Speaking

Who we are

We’re GoSpooky: the ones who get all things social. A global agency made for the social era. We grow brands through content, community and commerce, keeping them at the forefront of culture. Social isn’t just first, it’s the foundation.

From creatives and commerce specialists to game designers and data analysts, we cover the full social spectrum. If it shapes internet culture, we’re on it, making fast, bold and relevant work that actually gets shared.

From TikToks that breaks the for you page, to creator stories built with real community insights, all the way to TikTok Shop, social affiliates and live social shopping that convert in real time.

As official partners of Instagram and Snapchat and partners and social affiliates of TikTok (Shop), we work with brands like KLM, JBL, Samsung, Prime Video and HEMA. Driven by bold ambition, endless creativity and authentic people, our teams think ahead, react fast and keep brands culturally relevant. Whether it’s live social shopping, creator management, social-first campaigns or turning a trend into a brand moment.

We’re always looking for fresh energy: people who bring new perspectives, challenge the norm and help us and our clients evolve. If you love shaking up social, thinking big and moving fast, you’ll fit right in.

The Role

As a Creative Director (Social), you will be a visionary leader who thrives on pushing creative boundaries, mentoring top talent, and crafting breakthrough social content, and social-first campaigns. At GoSpooky, we don’t just follow trends. We build brands on social. You’ll live and breathe content, understand the pulse of social media culture, and know how to turn insights into powerful storytelling. Reporting directly to the Head of Content, you’ll be at the helm of our content team, guiding creatives to develop compelling, platform-native content that resonates with audiences and consistently exceeds client expectations. 

For this specific role you you will lead a unit dedicated to creating platform-native, fast, sharp, and culturally relevant content, tailored for social feeds and infused with Dutch humour and internet culture. You will be managing around 8-10 creatives. 

What you’ll do

• Lead and mentor a team of content creatives, ensuring high-quality output that meets client and company goals.


• Oversee and shape content strategies, aligning campaigns with client objectives to drive engagement and impact.


• Stay ahead of social and pop culture trends, identifying opportunities to create innovative, social-first content.


• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution of ideas across various media platforms.


• Develop and present creative visions to clients, securing buy-in and aligning stakeholders on strategic direction.


• Elevate Gospooky’s creative approach by championing bold, experimental storytelling techniques.

What we’re looking for

• 8+ years of experience in a creative leadership role within a social or creative agency.


• A strong portfolio showcasing and leading successful high-impact social media creative campaigns.


• Proven experience in developing social-first, feed-ready campaigns that are fast, culturally sharp, and leverage local Dutch humour and online social trends to engage audiences.


• Ability to inspire, mentor, and push teams to deliver impactful work.


• Prior experience managing a team of creatives. 


• Strong understanding of social and pop culture trends to create relevant content.


• Ability to present ideas, secure buy-in, and align teams and clients.


• Fluent in English & Dutch.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible holiday policy for a proper recharge


• Commuting allowance


• Remote working possibilities in agreement with your team


• A MacBook for peak productivity


• Training opportunities to develop your skills and grow with us


• Healthy communal lunches to keep you fueled


• Fun events to connect, recharge, and bond as a team


• Phone allowance of up to €25/month (depending on your role)


• Unlimited mental health support via OpenUp


• A pension plan where you contribute a percentage of your salary


• Gift card and birthday wishes every year


• Dutch classes for international team members
  

Apply for the job

So do you want to join our team? Then we'd love to hear about you!

Please note a valid EU work permit is required for this role.

We welcome candidates of all identities and backgrounds and make our hiring decisions based on objective measures. We believe a diverse team is crucial to our collective success and value an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their unique selves to work.