Eli Thomas – Creative Director Happy Madison Productions 10202 W Washington Blvd Judy Garland Bldg Culver City, CA 90232 Creative director job description and expectations The creative director guides all projects and is responsible for the overall quality of work produced by the creative department. Depending on industry focus and the company’s needs, the creative director’s role may shift. And while some creative directors take on a purely managerial role, others keep one foot in the trenches, helping to generate the big ideas. But in most cases, the creative director job description includes: Manage the creative process from concept to completion Translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams, particularly IT Lead and direct the creative team in the production of all marketing collateral Ensure visual communication and brand standards are met Oversee client pitches and proposals Oversee profitability, deliverables, timelines and budgets Meet with clients or upper management to explain campaign strategies and solutions Review work, troubleshoot and provide feedback to creative teams Remain actively involved in hiring and training creative staff Manage and cultivate the career development of staff members, including designers, art directors, copywriters, photographers and web developers