Tom Hamling and Tim Eger have both been promoted from creative directors to group creative directors at the Austin-based GSD&M.
Hamling will take on creative responsibilities overseeing all creative for the Hilton Global Portfolio, as well as Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, and Avocados from Mexico. Hamling’s credits include the lauded RadioShack Super Bowl commercial “The Phone Call” which won a Cannes Lion in 2014. Prior to GSD&M, Hamling was VP/creative director at RPA in Los Angeles. He’s also held positions at 72andSunny, 180LA, Lowe NY and Wongdoody. An established creative, Tom honed his skills on brands like Sony, Got Milk, Lego, and Heineken.
Eger will continue to work with creative partner Hamling, overseeing creative on Hilton Global Portfolio, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Avocados from Mexico and new business for the agency. Eger was previously a creative director at Crispin Porter + Bogusky. Working alongside Hamling, Eger also took home that RadioShack Cannes Lion and equal recognition for his work on Avocados from Mexico. Eger’s work also spans past clients including Nike, Coca-Cola, VW, Microsoft, American Express, and Old Navy.
As group creative directors, Eger and Hamling will report directly to GSD&M chief creative officer Jay Russell.
