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WHAT EVEN IS A "CREATIVE DIRECTOR"?

(Soon: A small-group practice space for people who wanna figure that out)

Hi! I’m Erica Bech. I run Nascent Spiral, where I create spaces for creative people to question what they know, see new possibilities, and give shape to what comes next in their creative lives.
There is no single way to be a creative director—and frankly, we rarely get taught ~how~ to do it. Unless you’ve had a rad mentor or the luck of a safe, growth-oriented environment, you’re often just figuring it out as you go. And now, with AI changing the landscape overnight? Wtf is happening. The role feels more ambiguous than ever.
I’m building a small-group practice space to investigate this together: How do I direct? What do I value? How do I lead when there isn't a 'right' answer?
I’m gathering perspectives from creative directors to inform the design of this space and gauge interest. This isn't a course on the 'correct' way to be a CD—it’s facilitated inquiry, peer conversation, and real practice in community with like-minded creative directors to help you develop your own definition of the role.
Thank you!

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