Creative Director Consultant

About UsChapter One is a creative studio redefining how stories are told across brands, culture, and motion. We work at the intersection of strategy and storytelling — helping founders, brands, and creators craft narratives that move people and markets.About the RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Creative Director Consultant with a strong background in leading multidisciplinary campaigns across film, branding, and digital storytelling. This is a strategic and hands-on role for someone who has led major creative work at a top-tier agency and can bring that level of vision and structure to a smaller, fast-moving team.ResponsibilitiesDevelop the overarching creative direction, tone, and visual language for campaigns and brand projects.Guide concept development — from script to storyboards to final production.Partner with founders and clients to translate strategic objectives into bold, emotionally resonant creative.Oversee multiple creative workstreams: video, design, brand identity, and digital experiences.Mentor and collaborate with videographers, designers, and copywriters to maintain a unified brand voice.Present and articulate creative rationale confidently to stakeholders and clients.Qualifications8+ years of creative direction experience, ideally within a global advertising agency or creative consultancy.Strong portfolio spanning brand films, digital campaigns, and storytelling-driven work.Deep understanding of audience psychology, modern storytelling formats, and motion-driven narratives.Ability to lead and inspire creative teams while maintaining high creative and production standards.Comfortable working in a consulting capacity (project-based / retainer).Preferred ExperienceBackground in lifestyle, luxury, or purpose-driven brands.Familiar with high-growth startups or founder-led brand storytelling.Experience directing short-form branded content and cinematic campaigns