
Steven Havira
Chief Creative Officer | Creative Director
I began my career in film production on independent and studio features, most notably Carol — a multiple nominee at the 88th Academy Awards. During those years I worked directly with producers and talent, supporting narrative development and on-set execution, and built a cinematic approach to mood, framing, and storytelling that continues to inform my creative direction today.
Since then, I’ve led creative across a wide range of industries and mediums: direct-to-consumer brands, Hollywood marketing, packaging, nonprofit campaigns, higher education, religion, and social causes. I’ve partnered with executives, boards, and CEOs, as well as notable leaders in their fields, to shape messaging, visual systems, and stories that balance clarity with emotional resonance. My focus has always been turning complexity into simplicity — creating work that connects, inspires, and endures.
My creative direction has earned 20+ national and international awards, including multiple Platinum honors in design and branded media storytelling, as well as recognition as Chief Creative Marketing Officer of the Year by the Hartford Business Journal. Guided by the belief that the strongest ideas emerge where story, strategy, and style align, I bring both vision and precision to every project — helping individuals and organizations communicate who they are, what they do, and why it matters.
Press
Chief Creative Marketing Officer of the Year Hartford Business Journal (2024) | Recognized for excellence in creative leadership, brand growth, and storytelling innovation.
Connecticut By The Numbers “Documentary Filmmaker Earns Award for Feature on Yale's First Muslim Chaplain” |
Press coverage highlighting A Chaplain’s Journey, an award-winning short film exploring faith and storytelling at Yale University.
National Federation of Press Women | National Award Winner for Ambassador Andrew Young Presents the Howard Thurman Center, honoring excellence in branded documentary storytelling.
Additional 20+ national and international awards, including Platinum honors from the Hermes, AVA Digital, and dotComm Awards.