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Attn: Dallas ADs! (NOT MY POST)

🚩Remember: A Creative Director is hired to DIRECT the creative. The title is the job description. If you’re being thrown “idunnos”w/ no compass that’s called a vague director. And the only traction you’ll get is spinning wheels. 

Hi friends, we are growing out our incredible team here at NBCU! If you know someone who dreams in beautifully functional templates and thinks in slides. Send em' Sam's way would ya? And if that's you... I ask. What if you could work on a team that is genuinely & fiercely valued for the specific design talents of storytelling? Articulating the abstract, clarifying a narrative and helping beautiful ideas see the light of day. What indeed, sound fun?

Today is International Hug Your Creative Director Day! (or at least it should be) Creative Directors are the unsung heroes of marketing. If I were marketing hire #1, the very next hire I'd make would be for a seasoned Creative Director. And I wouldn't skimp on the salary or use contract resources. The best Creative Directors not only have great technical skills, they are able to walk a fine line between delivering what stakeholders THINK they want vs. what they actually need. No small feat. They are Defenders of the Brand. They are Magistrates of the Due Date. Ruler of Drafts and Final Versions. It is one of the few roles I would suggest overpaying - and poaching - to get. Every dollar spent on a great Creative Director will save you time and money wasted on endless rounds of revisions and operational gridlock.

Why is it so challenging to hire a world-class Creative Director who is exceptional at building unforgettable brands? It’s not just about skill, it's about demand. Everyone wants to hire a creative human from the best design spaces in the world. But not everyone can. When the biggest brand studios, creative agencies and in-house brands want you. The real question is - where will best future-proof your career as a design leader? Where can you create exceptional work with innovative and prestigious brands that don’t play safe? Where do you want to build your legacy? Sometimes the answer is the simplest one. The power of design studios is only getting stronger. Particularly studios that have always stayed true to what they do best: building exceptional brands. I’ve partnered with studio that lives and breathes this philosophy. A studio celebrated as one of the best in the world because they set the bar, and always keep pushing it. If this resonates with you, let's talk.

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If you’re hiring an in-house videographer at your college, and the salary range is $40k-$50k, we need to talk. This is not an entry level position. If you want someone to just take orders and push buttons like a glorified intern, then maybe. But if you want someone who knows what they’re doing, and can take ownership of the role and lead creatively with intention and a strong marketing mindset, you need to pay them appropriately. I personally wouldn’t feel right paying anyone less than $70k for those expectations. Add to that the benefits package and other costs of managing an employee, and you’re likely exceeding 6 figures. When it makes sense to, invest in in-house talent. They’re super valuable. But there are instances where hiring an external video partner is the more cost-effective option, provided you’re not taking a “random acts of one-off videos” approach. If you find yourself on the fence between in-house and external talent, reach out to me. I can show you what a year’s worth of video content could look like as an external partner, or I can refer you to some talented folks who want to work in-house. Both are good options. Just don’t assume that hiring staff is the cheapest route.

Attn: ADs! (NOT MY POST)

🎨 We are hiring a Creative Director! 🎨 Location: Remote (LATAM) | Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST (Monday - Friday) About the client: One of our quirkiest clients at Somewhere is on the hunt for a Creative Director with flair! They’re an unconventional, fun-loving company that thinks corporate vibes are so last century. This team loves a good meme, laughs jokes, and believes that life is meant to be enjoyed. They think if you're having fun, the success will follow 💸. If you’re bold, full of wild ideas, and ready to break the mold, this could be your dream gig! About You: You’re not just creative—you’re spicy 🌶️! You bring big ideas, bold moves, and you’re not afraid to speak your mind. You think outside the box 📦 and always find ways to make things better (and funnier 😂). You’re passionate about life, love what you do, and have a good sense of humor. If you're tired of the stuffy corporate world and want to work somewhere that embraces the weird and wonderful, then you're our kind of person! Key Responsibilities: Bring the Heat 🔥: Infuse every project with fresh, exciting ideas and innovative designs. Lead with Spice 🌶️: Inspire and mentor a creative team to deliver out-of-this-world visuals and experiences. Think Big, Act Bold 💡: No idea is too wild—you're here to push boundaries and get results. Team Fun Captain 🎉: Keep things light, fun, and creative while ensuring top-notch quality. Client Whisperer 💬: Communicate your vision to clients in a way that leaves them saying, “Wow!” What We’re Looking For: - Someone with serious skills but who doesn't take life too seriously. - A leader who’s all about having fun and creating things that make people go, “How did they even think of that?” - Someone who’s just as comfortable directing the big picture as they are getting their hands dirty with design tools 🎨. - A sense of humor is a must—seriously, no stick-in-the-mud types here! 🧸 Ready to bring your creative genius and quirky charm? Apply now, and let's get started on this wild adventure! 🎢 https://lnkd.in/ee5tky65

The Flip tells such incredible stories about the problems startups and other ecosystem builders are trying to solve. Their videos are so insightful. If you have the skills listed below then take this opportunity to work with Justin Norman.