Creative Director, Theatrical at angel

Who We Are Angel is the home of stories that amplify light. Through its platform, thousands of “Angel” investors choose which titles will be created, funded, and distributed. Angel allows creators and audiences to form passionate communities around their creative projects, making the story behind the story as important as the final project itself. Some of the studio's key projects-- The Sound of Freedom and Dry Bar Comedy --have earned billions of views around the world. Learn more at Angel.com We’re looking for passionate team members who want to build world-class products that will reshape media over the coming decades. Learn more about: Our North Star Company Strategy Team Principles Join us and be part of stories that amplify light. Summary/objective: A Creative Director under the direction of the Director of Creative Services plays a key role in maintaining high standards of Angel’s creative assets. The individual in this role has a a strong marketing background, and proven results and experience directing the creative aspects for both video and design teams to accomplish marketing goals. This is accomplished by collaborating closely with other creatives and ensuring a consistent brand identity across all Angel projects. Creative Directors will be assigned to various projects, and the work will be very fluid as Angel continues to grow.   To be considered for this role, a portfolio must be attached to your resume. Expectations at Angel Studios: • Amplify light in every action. • As the owner of your outcomes, you are empowered to break down silos and coordinate with any and all people you need in order to reach your goals. • You are ultimately responsible for achieving the outcomes while also using resources wisely - whether that be money, people, or time. • Know your customer - it might be our viewers, investors, creators, or internal Angel Teams. Ensure you understand your customer and are providing what THEY need and not just what you want to build. • You OWN the success of your team members, including hiring, onboarding, goals, performance management, raises, terminations, etc. • Hold team members accountable to their goals - help them grow and make the most of the resources they bring. Document their performance for reviews. • Create opportunities for team members to take initiative and ownership. • Give consistent and timely candid feedback with compassion - your team members need to know where they stand at all times. If you find yourself doubting a team member, address it swiftly with actionable feedback. Essential Functions: • Collaborate with a cross-functional team of graphic designers, copywriters, social media experts, photographers/videographers, and project managers in the strategic development of all creative deliverables related to a theatrical release. • Partner with Distribution Managers to facilitate a positive ongoing relationship with the filmmaking team throughout the theatrical release. • Utilize AI daily to optimize workflow, conduct research, analyze results, and other applications as needed. • Prepare thorough creative briefs for both internal and external alignment. • Prioritize work and resources across engagements based on short- and long-term needs. • Facilitate brainstorming sessions with a creative team, maintaining strategic and creative thinking to develop innovative and actionable creative initiatives in a fiscally responsible manner. • Review and approve art and copy developed by the team in a timely manner, ensuring deliverables that effectively address marketing goals and challenges. • Collaborate with talent and filmmakers as needed on scripts and creative concepts. Execute within contractual and time constraints. • Design and conduct creative A/B testing that results in measurable performance improvements. • Analyze brand tracking, market trends, consumer need, and the competitive landscape. • Meet budget standards by forecasting and managing expenses. • Must attend and contribute to regularly scheduled staff meetings. • Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in the English language required. Additional language proficiency is a plus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Competencies: • Understand principles of A/B testing. • Understand shooting in every format (social media and YouTube). • Have substantial marketing experience. • Understand how to measure success. • Capable of managing workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced corporate environment. • An exceptional listener with excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. • Detail-oriented perspective and able to pick up on overlooked details. • Organization and time management. • Able to maintain confidentiality of information. • Must be able to manage multiple assignments, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions. • Resourceful and able to problem-solve and manage tasks with ambiguity. • Can take feedback to tasks and assignments positively and create better solutions. • A quick study, able to pick up new skills and learn how to use new programs. • Must participate in setting and achieving regularly scheduled and outlined objectives. • Ability to take individual ownership, execute with high energy, share context, insist on candor with positive intent. Required Education and Experience: • 5+ years of relevant experience Preferred Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent or Master’s Degree. • Experience in one or more creative disciplines such as graphic design, copywriting, content production, or video editing. Work Environment: Work environment - When in the main office, expect a comfortable, air-conditioned work environment. Team members are issued their own desks, but the office is an open, shared space and can be fast-paced and occasionally noisy. Physical demands - Will need to be able to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods of time. May need to stand for significant periods of time and/or walk significant distances while traveling or attending events. May potentially require the ability to carry equipment or gear weighing up to 15-20 lbs. Position type and expected hours of work - Regular full-time, 40 hours per week. Travel required - Will need to be able to travel via airline both out of state and overseas. Perks at Angel: - Competitive compensation - 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents - Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance and Basic Life Insurance paid for employee, with option of additional AD&D insurance - Generous Paid Time Off - Health Spending Account (HSA) - 401(k) investment opportunity with employer match - Paid parental leave - Identity Theft Insurance - Pet Insurance Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Angel is an Equal Opportunity Employer: At Angel, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.