Creative Directions: Mastering the Transition from Talent to Leader

The Age of Creatives requires new strategies and mindsets to succeed, and Creative Directions is a management masterclass that provides essential guidance on how to lead a creative team successfully. It features lectures and seminars from some of the best in the business, including directors, editors, executive producers, and creative directors, and offers insights on how to balance mastering new skills with focusing on creative work.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 08 July 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

The demand for makers, designers, writers, and artists is on the rise as we enter the Age of Creatives. To thrive in this era, understanding the new strategies and mindset required is crucial. For creators, transitioning from individual success to management can be both exciting and challenging. While their skills may have been instrumental in their success, they may not necessarily translate to the skills needed to be an effective manager. This complexity is further amplified when managing other creatives, as they often thrive under different management procedures.

Creative Directions is a management masterclass that offers valuable insights and guidance for creators seeking to excel in management roles. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business, including directors Ava DuVernay (When They See Us) and Joe Russo (Avengers: Endgame); two-time Academy Award-winning editor Angus Wall (The Social Network); executive producers from hit TV shows like The Simpsons and GLOW; and creative directors and leaders at renowned companies like Amazon, Apple, Disney, TikTok, and more.

During the course, participants will receive essential guidance on mastering the delicate balance required to successfully lead a creative team. They will explore key lessons learned by star creative leaders in the entertainment industry, gaining valuable insights into their path to success. The program will also provide valuable insights on how to balance the new skills needed as a leader with finding the time and energy to focus on the creative work they love.

The content is presented in an easily accessible format, allowing participants to open the book to any page and find actionable, inspirational insights or strategies. Creative Directions is a valuable resource for creators looking to expand their leadership skills and achieve greater success in their careers.

Weight: 930g
Dimension: 261 x 213 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781400222896