Creative Director — 2027 Campaign

Shakespeare in Detroit is looking for an experienced Creative Director to lead a single campaign in 2027. This is a project-based engagement and a first collaboration, with the potential for future work.

No theater experience necessary. As we expand our mission and brand in 2027, we're building an interdisciplinary team. We're looking for a Detroit-area professional who brings creativity, rigor, professional decorum, and a great eye. Marketing and campaign experience preferred.

Timeline: Work begins January 2027. The campaign launches publicly in April 2027.

Scope:

• Coordinate with campaign participants, with support from our team

• Produce and direct a photo shoot, likely over two days; a photographer will be contracted and paid separately

• Select final images

• Develop copy for social media

• Adapt campaign assets for a print ad

Compensation: $7,500–$10,000 project fee, based on experience.

What you'll bring:

• At least 10 years of experience as a creative director

• A track record of leading campaigns and brand work

• Strong storytelling instincts and an eye for choosing images that carry an organization's mission

• A digital portfolio we can review

To apply: Email creativedirector@shakespeareindetroit.com with:

• Your résumé, including your full name, email address, and phone number

• A link to your digital portfolio

• Two references

Please use the subject line “Creative Director – 2027 Campaign.” Applications are due November 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Process: Interviews begin in December 2026. Selected candidates will participate in two interviews. The first is with a Shakespeare in Detroit stakeholder, and the second is with our founder.

Please note: We will only respond to applications sent to creativedirector@shakespeareindetroit.com. Inquiries through social media will not receive a response.