Multimedia Creative Director

Director, Creative Services, Head of OTHRWRLD STORIES

Position Overview

The Director, Creative Services serves as the strategic and operational leader of OTHRWRLD STORIES, a next-generation branded content and original IP studio launched in 2026 as a division of Taylor. This foundational role combines creative vision, business development, production excellence, and client partnership to establish OTHRWRLD STORIES as a credible force in the branded content landscape.

This position is responsible for building and scaling a sustainable branded content division-from initial business development through production delivery-while maintaining the boutique craft and cultural fluency that defines OTHRWRLD's positioning.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Vision (20%)

Define and evolve the creative and business strategy for OTHRWRLD STORIES division and provide strategic development support for OTHRWRLD as a whole.

Establish positioning, messaging, and competitive differentiation in the branded content market

Identify emerging opportunities in branded storytelling, original IP development, and creator collaborations

Collaborate with CEO on long-term vision, business model evolution, and growth planning

Represent OTHRWRLD STORIES at industry events, conferences, and in thought leadership opportunities

Business Development & Sales (30%)

Ensures that each project has the specific financial and resources it requires to be successful.

Attend sales presentations to help clients understand the creative angle of each marketing program

Conduct discovery calls, needs assessment, and strategic consultation with prospective clients

Develop compelling proposals, creative treatments, and project budgets

Lead pitch presentations and contract negotiations

Maintain sales pipeline and CRM, tracking all leads from initial contact through closed deals

Creative Development & Production (30%)

Lead creative development for all client projects-from concept through final delivery

Produce branded content projects including documentary shorts and series, podcasts, vertical social content, and founder films

Collaborate with CEO on high-priority projects requiring dual leadership

Develop treatments, shot lists, production schedules, and creative briefs

Manage team across all aspects of production: pre-production, principal photography, post-production, and delivery

Ensure creative excellence and brand alignment across all deliverables

Oversee quality control at every stage of production

Drive original IP portfolio development to showcase capabilities and build brand

Client Relationship Management (10%)

Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with brand partners, agencies, and institutional clients

Manage client expectations, timelines, and communication throughout project lifecycle

Conduct regular check-ins, milestone reviews, and proactive problem-solving

Ensure exceptional client experience leading to repeat business and referrals

Gather client feedback and testimonials for case studies and marketing materials

Project & Budget Management (5%)

Develop detailed project budgets with accurate COGS estimation (target: 45-55%)

Manage project P&L to ensure profitability targets are met

Coordinate freelance crew, vendors, and subcontractors within budget parameters

Track project expenses and maintain financial accountability

Optimize resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects

Team Leadership & Collaboration (5%)

Hire, manage, and develop the OTHRWRLD STORIES team as the division scales

Build and maintain trusted roster of freelance collaborators (editors, DPs, audio engineers, designers)

Assign projects to editors and crew based on creative fit and capacity

Foster collaborative, supportive team culture aligned with OTHRWRLD values

Coordinate with Post-Produce