visionary creative consultant: 25 years of experience transforming brands through visual storytelling
Jill, an executive creative strategist with 25 years of experience, offers expert consulting to elevate brand identities through compelling visual narratives. Drawing from 18 years of leadership at Williams-Sonoma, Inc., including key roles with Pottery Barn Kids, she excels in:
Developing innovative creative concepts and strategies
Aligning visual storytelling with business objectives
Partnering effectively with C-suite and cross-functional executive leaders
Guiding large global, multi-disciplinary creative teams
Jill’s unique blend of business acumen and hands-on creative expertise makes her an invaluable asset for brands seeking to enhance their visual identity and market presence. Her proven track record includes strengthening brand identity, increasing customer engagement, and driving revenue through strategic creative leadership.
Available for consulting, Jill leverages her extensive experience to help brands of all sizes bring their vision to life through powerful imagery and storytelling.
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Consulting Services:
Strategic Creative Direction
Develop overarching creative strategies aligned with brand goals
Craft compelling brand narratives and visual identities
Creative Team Assembly
Curate top-tier creative talent from an extensive professional network
Assemble custom teams tailored to project needs and brand vision
Photography and Videography Production
Conceptualize and direct photoshoots and video productions
Source and manage skilled photographers, videographers, and production crews
Art Direction and Styling
Provide expert art direction for visual content creation
Collaborate with stylists, set designers, and prop masters from a diverse talent pool
Digital Content Strategy
Develop strategies for engaging online and social media content
Brand Identity Development
Guide the creation or refinement of brand visual elements
Engage with experienced graphic designers and brand strategists
Creative Project Management
Oversee end-to-end execution of creative projects
Coordinate with a network of project managers and producers
Talent Scouting and Casting
Identify and secure models, influencers, and brand ambassadors
Leverage relationships with top modeling agencies and talent representatives
Post-production and Editing
Manage the editing and post-production process
Collaborate with skilled editors, retouchers, and colorists
Creative Workshop Facilitation
Lead brainstorming and ideation sessions
Bring in specialized facilitators and creative thinkers as needed
Vendor and Partnership Management
Identify and manage relationships with key creative and marketing vendors
Negotiate contracts and ensure quality deliverables
Cross-functional Leadership Liason
Facilitate communication between creative teams and executive leadership
Translate creative concepts for C-suite and stakeholder buy-in
Creative Brief Development and Consultation
Write and refine briefs to guide project execution
Advise on brief structure and content to ensure clarity and effectiveness
Review and provide feedback on existing briefs
Go-to-Market Stragety Development
Craft comprehensive go-to-market plans for product launches or campaigns
Align creative elements with overall marketing and business objectives
Identify key messaging and visual themes for market introduction
Integrated Campaign Planning
Design multi-channel marketing campaigns that maintain consistent branding
Coordinate various creative elements across different media and platforms
Ensure seamless integration of messaging and visuals throughout the campaign
Creative Marketing Consultation
Provide expert advise on creative aspects of marketing strategies
Offer insights on emerging trends and innovative approaches in creative marketing
Assist in developing unique selling propositions and creative positioning
HUGE CREDIT to the all of the amazing talent that I have been fortunate to collaborate with to create the images that I am proud to display in my portfolio! Special thanks to Ben Watts, Coliena Rentmeester, Ruven Afanador, Bill Holt, King Au, Maura McEvoy, James Baigrie, Bernat Buscato, David Benrud, Kelli Ronci, Molly Hurd, Bryson Gill, Dara Donovan, Melissa Coelho, Maura Garrity and Cassie Chapman.
additional work samples available upon request