Jacob Barnette

Director of Portfolio Partners @ Giard & Co | Paid Media | Creative Strategy | Marketing DUDE

Greer, South Carolina, United States

About

I help lifestyle and CPG brands turn paid media into a reliable growth engine. That includes running campaigns, guiding creative, and constantly testing and optimizing to scale what performs. I’m entrepreneurial by nature and focused on outcomes. I like to move fast, iterate often, and turn insights into revenue. Always down to chat, so feel free to reach out! ✌️

Experience

  • Giard & Co. (On-site)
    • Director of Portfolio Partners
      May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    • Media Buyer
      Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

      Manage paid media across Meta and TikTok for multiple clients and in-house brands Collaborate on content creation to ensure its aligned with our marketing goals Ensure a consistent pipeline of creatives to support weekly testing and scaling Contribute to campaign strategy and overall marketing planning

    • Marketing Intern
      May 2025 - Oct 2025 · 6 mos

      At Giard & Co., I work first-hand with clients behind 8–9 figure brands, helping them future-proof their content and advertising strategies. My role blends creative strategy, hands-on media execution, and AI integration to streamline workflows and drive results. • Leverage AI tools to optimize daily marketing processes and increase efficiency. • Collaborate directly with clients to develop campaigns that scale. • Assist with content creation and creative direction to align with brand objectives. • Gain deep, practical insights into entrepreneurship, business growth, and brand building.

  • Media Buyer at Rebel Rabbit
    Jun 2025 - Sep 2025 · 4 mos

    At Rebel Rabbit, I plan, launch, and optimize paid advertising campaigns to drive online sales for a THC-infused seltzer brand. My day-to-day includes: • Creating, testing, and refining ad creatives that capture attention and convert. • Managing Meta Ads campaigns to improve ROAS, reduce CPA, and scale high-performing audiences. • Monitoring and analyzing key performance metrics to make data-driven decisions. • Navigating the challenges of advertising in the THC industry, including compliance restrictions and ad rejections, to keep campaigns running and profitable. • Leveraging Meta’s Ad Library and competitive insights to stay ahead of trends and competitors.

  • Salesperson at Ace Hardware Corporation
    Aug 2020 - Aug 2024 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    1. Sales and Customer Service: Actively engaged with customers to identify their needs, offering product recommendations, and providing expert advice on hardware solutions, including reputable brands like Stihl, Benjamin Moore, and Weber. 2. Team Collaboration: Collaborated with colleagues to ensure smooth store operations, maintaining a positive and cooperative work environment. Assisted in store merchandising, product displays, and stock management. Trained and developed new sales associates in products, selling techniques, and company procedures 3. Customer Relationship Building: Developed strong relationships with repeat customers, gaining trust through excellent service and product recommendations