Overview

Freelance Creative Director Jobs in New York, United States at Twist Recruitment

About the Company

A leading New York branding agency is looking for an exceptional Contract Creative Director with a proven track record in building world-class brands.

About the Role

This is an opportunity to lead the creation of a major global brand system—crafting a core identity that seamlessly extends across every channel, platform, and customer touchpoint. You’ll partner closely with strategy and creative leadership to shape a brand that will be experienced around the world.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of end-to-end brand systems, from foundational identity to multi-channel rollout.
  • Partner with strategists to shape the brand—not just execute against a brief.
  • Oversee and mentor two design teams, ensuring exceptional creative quality and smooth project delivery.
  • Translate the Creative Director’s vision into clear direction, actionable feedback, and outstanding design.
  • Build compelling presentations and narratives that bring the work to life and win stakeholder buy-in.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience creating large-scale brand identity systems for globally recognised brands.
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to influence brand strategy.
  • A strong understanding of how brands live consistently across multiple channels and touchpoints.
  • Proven experience leading teams, managing complex projects, and delivering high-quality creative at pace.
  • Outstanding storytelling and presentation skills

Required Skills

Your portfolio should showcase ambitious, large-scale brand systems as its foundation. Campaigns, art direction, and smaller identity projects are welcome, but the standout work should demonstrate your ability to build enduring brands at scale.

Title: Freelance Creative Director

Company: Twist Recruitment

Location: New York, United States

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