Goodby, Silverstein & Partners has brought Anders Gustafsson on board as creative director in its San Francisco office. Gustafsson comes over from Crispin Porter+Bogusky (CP+B), Europe.
“Anders has been internationally recognized as an excellent digital storyteller. He will single-handedly expand our commitment to the very widest ranging digital and traditional experiences,” said Jeff Goodby, co-chairman, Goodby, Silverstein & Partners.
A hybrid creative, Anders’ 11 years of experience are rooted in traditional agency print and broadcast. He joined the digital shop Daddy (later acquired by CP+B) in 2006 where he produced work for a wide variety of clients including Scandinavian Airlines, Heinz, Volkswagen, Red Bull, Carlsberg, Telia Sonera and IKEA Stockholm.
Under his creative guidance, the agency went on to win numerous international awards, including Cannes Lions, One Show, Eurobest, Clio Awards, Epica, New York Festivals and London International Awards.
Brand New School Extends Reach Internationally Via Partnership With Animation Studio BRUT
Brand New School (BNS) has entered into a strategic partnership with BRUT, a Barcelona-based animation studio. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in BNS’s expansion strategy, with BRUT serving as its inaugural global outpost.
Under the leadership of executive creative director Martin Allais, who will now be represented by BNS for directorial ventures, BRUT joins BNS as part of its collective roster. This partnership combines BNS’s established reputation for innovative creative work with BRUT’s expertise in diverse artistic techniques, including 2D cel animation, stop-motion, 3D animation, and seamless integration of live action.
With Allais leading BNS Spain, Brand New School is expanding its reach to serve a growing network of global clients. This partnership incorporates BRUT’s fresh methodology of working and diverse pool of talent to create content that resonates across cultures. Located in the heart of the European market, the new BNS location will further support and enhance its work with international clients, broadening its ability to meet their unique needs. This partnership represents a thoughtful blend of creativity and expertise, designed to strengthen and grow Brand New School’s global presence.
BRUT was founded by director Allais as an experimental incubator for innovative ideas and techniques. He is also a multidisciplinary artist of Latinx heritage who brings a wealth of creative experience to the partnership. His portfolio spans commercials for global brands like Oreo, Facebook, Samsung, and Dr. Pepper, earning accolades including Cannes Lions for his work on the Samsung Holiday campaign. Recently, Allais’ animated VR experience capturing New York City’s punk scene in the ‘70s, narrated by... Read More