Global creative audio network Squeak E. Clean Studios has tapped sound designer Dee Gjedsted to join its Melbourne studio. He has recently worked for clients Bank of Melbourne, Mercedes, Suzuki, Victoria Racing Club and Lucky Nuts.
Gjedsted brings to his new role extensive experience in sound design and music mixing across advertising and television. He most recently filled the role of sound designer, music producer and TV commercial-for-cinema mixer at Risk Sound and has worked with studios including DK, Metropolis Audio, Flagstaff Studios and Song Zu. He was the founder of music studio Prolific Music which he led for five years, working exclusively on music production.
Joining the Squeak E. Clean Studios Melbourne studio reunites Gjedsted with close industry collaborators, studio head of sound design Paul Le Couteur and exec producer Ceri Davies.
Gjedsted is enthused over his new roost’s extended reach encompassing advertising, entertainment, gaming and technology. Add to that a chance to flex his ear with international briefs from the New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Austin studios as he is eager to establish new collaborations with Squeak E. Clean’s local agency partners and directors.
The Many Hires Jeremiah Wassom As Group Creative Director
Independent agency The Many has added Jeremiah Wassom as group creative director.
Wassom most recently worked a decade at Deutsch LA where, as SVP/creative director, he led the Taco Bell account and won new business for the agency. His agency past also includes AKQA and TBWAChiatDay. His creative work has touched the QSR, video games, automotive, fashion, and culture brand sectors. He also served eight years with the United States Marine Corps.
“Throughout his career, Jeremiah has helmed work that has not only made me personally jealous but has consistently pushed brands to show up in memorable and innovative ways,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One look at his body of work and you will see his passion for storytelling and craft has raised the bar for entire categories, driving participation with many brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll be a great addition to the leadership team at The Many working across all accounts. His role will be immediately felt as he guides and supports each of the creative leads in the department.”
A 20-year creative with agency, brand, and freelance experience, Wassom has forged a creative approach which focuses on crafting engaging connections rather than simply make ads. He sees the need for advertising to mean more, not simply do more.
The Many believes that true business growth is made possible by harnessing the power of participation and partners with brands to forge deeper connections with consumers, cultivate trust and loyalty, and maximize marketing spend and execution. The agency is built around a flexible model that offers a suite of capabilities, including... Read More