CEO/Partner, Video & Photo Design Agency

Partner & CEO Opportunity: Video & Photo Design Agency

Are you an ambitious and experienced leader in the creative agency world, ready to step into a significant ownership role and drive the future of a thriving business? Have you envisioned owning your own agency but desire a strong foundation and strategic support?

Mainshares Capital is seeking a Partner & Chief Executive Officer to lead a well-established company specializing in producing photo, video, and design campaigns for brands. This includes comprehensive creative direction, production, and post-production services. This is a unique opportunity to partner in the ownership and operation of an agency with an established client base and a strong reputation for impactful visual storytelling.

As a Partner & CEO, you'll benefit from a competitive compensation structure that includes substantial equity in the company, allowing you to build significant wealth as the business grows.

What You Can Expect

• Strategic Partnership & Support: While you'll be the ultimate decision-maker, you'll gain access to Mainshares Capital's robust platform of services, advisors, and vendors. This includes mentorship and guidance from seasoned owners and operators in the creative and marketing industries, providing valuable insights as you manage a high-impact business.

• Uncapped Growth Potential: This opportunity offers the chance to directly impact the trajectory of a successful creative operation, driving significant growth by expanding service offerings and market reach. You'll have the autonomy to implement strategies that unlock new revenue streams and grow the agency's portfolio, with the financial rewards of ownership directly tied to your success.

• Meaningful Ownership & Impact: You'll be at the helm of a respected agency, making critical operational and strategic decisions. Your leadership will directly shape the company's future, its impact on clients' brands, and the well-being of its creative team, embodying our mission to foster robust small businesses.

About the Opportunity

This agency is a trusted partner for brands seeking to produce compelling photo, video, and design campaigns. Its full-service capabilities, from creative concept to final delivery, have built a strong reputation for excellence. The company is ready for a dedicated leader with a vision to build upon its success and expand its creative and business horizons.

Who We Are Looking For

We're searching for a highly driven, experienced leader who possesses the entrepreneurial spirit and a deep understanding of the creative and marketing agency landscape. This role requires a hands-on approach to strategic planning, operational execution, and leadership of a creative team.

Essential Qualifications

• Agency Experience: 10+ years of comprehensive leadership experience within a creative, marketing, or advertising agency.

• P&L Ownership: Proven track record of direct P&L ownership and management, including budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic planning to maximize profitability.

• Creative Team Leadership: Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team of creatives (e.g., art directors, photographers, videographers, designers), fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

• Operational Excellence: Deep understanding and hands-on experience with all aspects of creative project management, from initial client brief to final delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Business Development Acumen: Demonstrated success in client relationship management, securing new projects and campaigns, and a strong ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities in the brand visual content space.

• Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of the creative production process, including creative direction, video/photo production, and post-production workflows.

• Growth Strategy: A clear vision for expanding the agency's offerings, client base, and market presence.

Location Disclaimer - This is an opportunity to grow a Mainshares acquisition business. The exact location of the acquisition target will be disclosed in the interview process. Relocation may be required for this role.