BMB has hired Jules Chalkley, the Engine creative director, as chief creative officer.
At Engine, Chalkley led the creative output across the group’s government business and worked closely with WCRS on accounts including Royal Navy. He was also responsible for the lauded NHS “Missing Type” campaign in 2015.
Chalkley has built a highly integrated creative skillset spanning advertising, PR, social media, experiential, and digital.
Before Engine, he worked at Rainey Kelly Campbell Roalfe/Y&R on campaigns for clients including Land Rover (#hibernot), Marks & Spencer, Vodafone and the BBC’s coverage of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Juliet Haygarth, the chief executive of BMB, said: “Jules manages to combine an understanding and appreciation of the creative drive and craft of brilliant advertising, alongside the ability to create contemporary and agile creative ideas.”
Chalkley added: “Engine has been a brilliant time in my life. I’ve been very lucky to work with an incredible team and clients.BMB is an amazing opportunity, I’ve always dreamt of being part of the evolution of an agency steeped in genuine creative greatness. There is a wonderful future to be had making it the most creatively exciting, relevant, fearless and dynamic force to be reckoned with. And have a great time doing it.”
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.
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