Accomplice Media has signed director Stephen Pearson for exclusive representation in the U.S. A one-time advertising agency creative, Pearson has built a body of spot work primarily consisting of performance- and character-driven comedy. He has directed projects for agencies across the U.S. and in international markets for such brands as Burger King, Microsoft, H&R Block, Miller, Travel Channel, Domino’s, McDonald’s, Southwest Airlines, Evinrude, Lowe’s, Yoplait, Coors Light, Molson and Tetley.
Most recently with @radical.media, Pearson traces his interest in comedy advertising to his early days as an agency creative. He worked variously as a creative director, art director and writer for Merkley & Partners, Goodby Silverstein and Partners, Mad Dogs and Englishmen and Dweck & Campbell.
He moved behind the camera via Hungry Man and quickly established himself as an adept comic storyteller. Using improvisation and an inspired touch for casting, he produced work that stands out because people believe what’s happening in front of the camera. His short film for JCPenney, Return to the Doghouse, picked up a number of awards including a Lion at Cannes. His risky spots for the Republican National Convention received a Silver Pencil at the One Show. He is also the recipient of awards from One Show, D&AD, AICP, New York Art Director’s Club, Communication Arts, ADDY and Clio.
