Freelance Creative Director – YouTube Documentary Visuals

This role is focused on redefining the visual identity of a prominent YouTube channel dedicated to medicine, sexual health, science, relationships, and wellness. The objective is to move beyond traditional talking-head formats and develop a cinematic, documentary-style visual system that is both scalable and distinctive. The successful candidate will craft a fresh visual language, integrating animation, motion graphics, live action, scientific concepts, and archival or illustrative elements to create engaging, story-driven content. Inspiration is drawn from channels like Howtown and Johnny Harris, but the goal is to establish an original style that stands apart from standard explainer videos. The initial engagement will set the creative direction, with the possibility of ongoing collaboration for future episodes. Deliverables Develop a comprehensive visual direction and style guide for the channel’s documentary explainer format Design an animation and motion-graphics system that seamlessly integrates with live action and scientific content Collaborate on story-driven editing approaches to enhance narrative impact Produce visual assets and templates for consistent use across episodes Present creative concepts and iterate based on feedback Ensure all visual elements align with the channel’s subject matter and audience expectations Requirements Proven experience in creative direction for video, with a strong portfolio of YouTube or documentary-style projects Advanced skills in video editing, motion design, and animation (Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Premiere Pro, or similar) Ability to conceptualize and execute original visual systems that elevate storytelling Strong understanding of integrating scientific and educational content into engaging visual narratives Experience collaborating with on-camera talent and editorial teams Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills Availability for initial project with potential for future work Remote work; flexible hours About Twine Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally. Our Mission Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.