Zator Media is hiring a Creative Director with proven experience leading short-form video strategy at scale.
This role is for someone who has already operated in a high-output content environment and can demonstrate measurable results. We are not hiring based on potential — we are hiring based on execution history.
If you have not directly led content strategy, managed editors, and driven performance through short-form video, this will not be the right fit.
About Zator Media
Zator Media is a social-first video agency serving high-level service professionals — attorneys, physicians, consultants, and founders generating multi-million-dollar annual revenue.
Our clients rely on us to turn expertise into authority-building content that drives business growth. We operate quickly, maintain high standards, and prioritize strategic clarity over trend-chasing.
We are scaling aggressively and need a Creative Director who can maintain and elevate our output quality as volume increases.
What You Will Own
This is not a conceptual-only role. You will own execution quality.
Creative Strategy
- Translate client positioning into structured video content frameworks
- Develop high-retention hooks and narrative structures
- Align every asset to strategic considerations
- Provide visual references with strategic rationale
Pre-Production Leadership
- Build detailed shoot outlines
- Develop question flows and content architecture
- Ensure clarity before cameras turn on
Post-Production Direction
- Create structured “paper edits” from raw footage
- Write precise editing notes for production teams
- Direct pacing, tone, and music selection
- Maintain quality control across 100+ monthly deliverables
Client Leadership
- Confidently guide high-performing business owners
- Make judgment calls without constant oversight
- Protect creative standards while serving business goals
Required Experience (Non-Negotiable)
To be considered, you must have:
- 3+ years in professional video strategy, content direction, or social media production
- Direct experience managing editors or creative workflows
- Demonstrated understanding of short-form performance metrics (retention, hook strength, conversion intent)
- Experience working with business owners, founders, or professional service brands
- Proven ability to manage high content volume with systems