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I'm an Emmy-nominated, award-winning creative director with 20+ years of experience shaping brand storytelling, cinematic production, and multi-platform content. I build cinematic, emotionally resonant campaigns across advertising, film, television, digital, and e-commerce, translating ideas into visuals that connect with global audiences. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, developing brand systems, and managing productions from concept through delivery. I embrace emerging tech, AI-assisted tools, and remote workflows to optimize creativity, scale successful campaigns, and deliver measurable results for clients ranging from Nike and Allstate to Absolut and The Nature Conservancy.…I'm an Emmy-nominated, award-winning creative director with 20+ years of experience shaping brand storytelling, cinematic production, and multi-platform content. I build cinematic, emotionally resonant campaigns across advertising, film, television, digital, and e-commerce, translating ideas into visuals that connect with global audiences. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, developing brand systems, and managing productions from concept through delivery. I embrace emerging tech, AI-assisted tools, and remote workflows to optimize creativity, scale successful campaigns, and deliver measurable results for clients ranging from Nike and Allstate to Absolut and The Nature Conservancy.

Ben Schreiner

Creative Director, Film Director, Film Producer, +2

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I'm an Emmy-nominated, award-winning creative director with 20+ years of experience shaping brand storytelling, cinematic production, and multi-platform content. I build cinematic, emotionally resonant campaigns across advertising, film, television, digital, and e-commerce, translating ideas into visuals that connect with global audiences. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, developing brand systems, and managing productions from concept through delivery. I embrace emerging tech, AI-assisted tools, and remote workflows to optimize creativity, scale successful campaigns, and deliver measurable results for clients ranging from Nike and Allstate to Absolut and The Nature Conservancy.…I'm an Emmy-nominated, award-winning creative director with 20+ years of experience shaping brand storytelling, cinematic production, and multi-platform content. I build cinematic, emotionally resonant campaigns across advertising, film, television, digital, and e-commerce, translating ideas into visuals that connect with global audiences. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, developing brand systems, and managing productions from concept through delivery. I embrace emerging tech, AI-assisted tools, and remote workflows to optimize creativity, scale successful campaigns, and deliver measurable results for clients ranging from Nike and Allstate to Absolut and The Nature Conservancy.

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I’m an Emmy-nominated, award-winning creative director with 20+ years of experience shaping brand storytelling, cinematic production, and multi-platform content. I build cinematic, emotionally resonant campaigns across advertising, film, television, digital, and e-commerce, translating ideas into visuals that connect with global audiences.

I excel at leading cross-functional teams, developing brand systems, and managing productions from concept through delivery. I embrace emerging tech, AI-assisted tools, and remote workflows to optimize creativity, scale successful campaigns, and deliver measurable results for clients ranging from Nike and Allstate to Absolut and The Nature Conservancy.

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Work Experience

Creative Director at The Puma Productions

January 1, 2005 - Present

Lead creative direction and oversee end-to-end video, photography, film, and digital media production for agency, corporate, and nonprofit clients. Spearhead client engagement, brand strategy development, and delivery of integrated content across social media, television, e-commerce, and broadcast platforms. Manage budgeting, crew hiring, and vendor negotiations, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery. Leverage cinematography, senior video editing, motion graphics, and sound design to craft cinematic storytelling that resonates with diverse global audiences. Build long-term partnerships with global brands and creative collaborators, aligning creative output with business objectives. Notable projects include campaigns for Nike, ESPN, Red Bull, ABC, Corona, Absolut, Lollapalooza, and Discovery Channel; produced the award-winning short film 'My Best Friend' and the documentary 'Recording Josephine'.

Creative Director at Earthy Select / Earthy Now

January 1, 2021 - Present

Oversee brand development, marketing strategy, and creative direction for two high-growth e-commerce companies in the wellness and consumer goods sector. Lead distributed creative teams in producing integrated campaigns across web, social media, film, and television-inspired content, ensuring brand consistency and visual identity. Direct photography, video production, packaging design, and UX-focused content for digital storefronts. Manage SEO strategy, advertising spend, and performance marketing to optimize customer acquisition and retention. Align creative initiatives with business objectives, scaling marketing operations to support multimillion-dollar revenue growth.

Lead Video Producer at Allstate Insurance

January 1, 2021 - October 23, 2025

Oversaw multi-location crews and coordinated remote production workflows to ensure seamless execution of executive broadcasts, global livestreams, and scripted campaigns. Collaborated with marketing, corporate relations, and nonprofit partners to deliver cinematic, brand-aligned storytelling. Led production planning, storyboard creation, and editorial workflows to meet tight deadlines while upholding creative excellence. Served as hands-on producer, director, and senior video editor, delivering media viewed by millions across broadcast, television, social media, and live-stream platforms. Notable projects included a $500K ethics video series and disaster-relief storytelling that generated 6M+ views.

Senior Director at Suite Partners Inc.

January 1, 2018 - October 23, 2025

Managed large-scale broadcast, television, film-inspired, and commercial productions for Fortune 500 clients and national consumer brands. Directed multi-camera live shows, commercials, and branded content, ensuring creative alignment and technical precision across platforms. Supervised cross-functional creative teams of senior editors, videographers, and designers while overseeing workflow optimization, scheduling, and budget management. Produced content for broadcast TV, social media, and experiential campaigns, helping elevate client brands in competitive markets. Notable: Produced and directed Emmy-nominated web series 'So You Wanna Be a Designer'; revitalized Kenmore and Craftsman’s brand image; expanded agency team from 6 to 100+ creatives, implementing workflows and leading high-volume content delivery.