Job Description:
A funded commercial R&D project is seeking an experienced and creative director to join the team from the development stage through full production. This project aims to create a market-facing piece designed to strengthen a brand’s portfolio ahead of its official launch. The production team is looking for a director with strong creative vision and the ability to take ownership of the project, contributing original ideas and direction rather than simply executing a brief.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the creative direction from development through production
- Collaborate with the production team to shape the project’s vision and storytelling
- Oversee execution of the commercial project to meet creative and strategic goals
- Provide innovative input and maintain creative authority throughout the process
- Work closely with stakeholders to ensure the final product aligns with brand objectives
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a director with a strong portfolio
- Demonstrated creative vision and leadership skills
- Ability to contribute original ideas and guide a project independently
- Must be based in or able to work locally in the Greater Toronto Area
- Portfolio submission is mandatory
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Compensation:
- $15,000–$20,000 CAD (project funding allocation)
- Opportunity for continued collaboration beyond the initial project
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East Coast Director
Job Description
A creative agency is expanding its East Coast network and is seeking directors for future creative collaborations. Experienced directors with a distinctive creative perspective, strong storytelling skills, and a professional body of work are encouraged to connect for potential commercial, branded, and creative productions.
Job Responsibilities
- Direct creative and commercial productions.
- Develop and execute creative concepts alongside producers and other collaborators.
- Guide talent and production teams throughout projects.
- Translate creative briefs into compelling visual stories.
- Collaborate with photographers, designers, producers, and other production professionals.
- Maintain the creative vision throughout production.
Requirements
- Professional directing experience.
- Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating relevant work.
- Excellent visual storytelling and creative leadership skills.
- Comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary production teams.
- Based on or available for opportunities on the East Coast.
Compensation
- Compensation details will be discussed based on individual projects and collaborations.
