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Creative Direction Comparison Board

Compare two or three creative directions against shared strategic criteria.

What this tool does

Named directions receive side-by-side notes and ratings for fit, distinctiveness, flexibility, and feasibility.

Compare two or three creative directions against shared strategic criteria.

Named directions receive side-by-side notes and ratings for fit, distinctiveness, flexibility, and feasibility.

Use the tool

Compare creative directions

Describe each direction and score it against the same criteria.

Creative directions

40/50

Strategic fit8/10
Audience relevance8/10
Distinctiveness7/10
Flexibility9/10
Feasibility8/10

36/50

Strategic fit7/10
Audience relevance7/10
Distinctiveness9/10
Flexibility7/10
Feasibility6/10

38/50

Strategic fit8/10
Audience relevance6/10
Distinctiveness7/10
Flexibility8/10
Feasibility9/10

Add written evidence and risks before selecting a direction; totals only structure the discussion.

How to use it

Three quick steps

  1. 1Describe each direction and score it against the same criteria.
  2. 2Copy a transparent comparison rather than relying on preference alone.
  3. 3Verify the result in its real production context. Scores support discussion; they cannot replace audience evidence or creative judgment.

Worked example

Example: Creative Direction Comparison Board

Compare editorial, expressive, and minimal routes for a campaign identity.

Copy a transparent comparison rather than relying on preference alone.

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