Hi, I’m Billy Rood, a Creative Director and multi-disciplinary storyteller with over 20 years of experience in fashion, media, and branding. I specialize in turning bold ideas into meaningful content across campaigns, photography, film direction, AI-assisted design, and digital experiences. I love building collaborative teams, shaping compelling concepts, and delivering visually engaging work that empowers brands and people alike. From photography and video to graphic design and social media strategy, I’m passionate about creating work that informs, inspires, and elevates consciousness.

Billy Rood

Hi, I’m Billy Rood, a Creative Director and multi-disciplinary storyteller with over 20 years of experience in fashion, media, and branding. I specialize in turning bold ideas into meaningful content across campaigns, photography, film direction, AI-assisted design, and digital experiences. I love building collaborative teams, shaping compelling concepts, and delivering visually engaging work that empowers brands and people alike. From photography and video to graphic design and social media strategy, I’m passionate about creating work that informs, inspires, and elevates consciousness.

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Hi, I’m Billy Rood, a Creative Director and multi-disciplinary storyteller with over 20 years of experience in fashion, media, and branding. I specialize in turning bold ideas into meaningful content across campaigns, photography, film direction, AI-assisted design, and digital experiences.

I love building collaborative teams, shaping compelling concepts, and delivering visually engaging work that empowers brands and people alike. From photography and video to graphic design and social media strategy, I’m passionate about creating work that informs, inspires, and elevates consciousness.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Creative Director at Bohyme.com
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Led the creative direction and strategy for the re-launch and redesign of the Bohyme website and product in the hair installation market. Responsibilities included content production, strategy development, design, as well as the creation of how-to and training videos, film direction, photography and branding.
Freelance Fashion Photographer & Content Creator at Wilhelmina Creative
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2020
Created fashion photography and content for Nike, Amazon, Saks Fifth Avenue, Burberry, Macy's, Oscar de la Renta, Maria Tash, and other brands. Produced e-commerce imagery, films, social media content, and NY Fashion Week coverage, spanning luxury and beauty campaigns.
Social Media Content Creator at Gaia.com
January 1, 2022 - Present
Produced and created all social media content for YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and email campaigns. Improved KPIs and impressions year over year, growing weekly impressions from ~2M to ~14M and reach to 12M+ in 2–3 years; developed content strategies, viral ideas, and AI art integration.
Founder / Creative Director at Self-Employed / Platform
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founded a platform featuring empowering content to support people in raising consciousness and creating the life of their dreams. Topics include neuroscience, spirituality, manifestation, health, wealth and romance; provides creative consulting to clients on their pursuits and personal growth.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cinematography + Film Making at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet