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Creative Director

Creative Directors lead the visual and creative strategy for brands, campaigns, and media projects.

Typical pay
$138,000/yr
Education
High school portfolio + training | Certificate or Associate in Design (common) | Bachel…
Outlook
Steady

Why this matters in Gaming

Every character, world, and soundtrack is designed by creative pros.

What you’d actually do

Set creative direction for projects and campaigns, lead and mentor design teams, review and approve creative work, present concepts to clients and stakeholders, manage creative budgets, develop brand guidelines, and collaborate with marketing leadership.

What can I do right now?

  • Yearbook/media, Portfolio projects, School performances, Design challenges

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