Chris Beresford-Hill has been appointed president of advertising for Ogilvy North America. Alongside leading the advertising business, he will oversee the company’s creative product across Ogilvy’s offices in North America.
Beresford-Hill joins Ogilvy from TBWAChiatDay NY, where he was chief creative officer for four years, during which he led a resurgence of the agency that resulted in industry and cultural recognition, including winning the most creative awards in the agency’s history and growing the business. He was instrumental in bringing the Nissan account back to TBWA and reignited the agency’s relationship with Pepsi by winning the MTN Dew, MTN Dew RISE, Bubly, and Lay’s brands. Prior to TBWA he spent eight years as ECD at BBDO New York, steering some of the agency’s most iconic work.
Beresford-Hill has created multiple award-winning campaigns including Adidas’ “Billie Jean King Your Shoes,” Foot Locker’s “Approved,” Guinness’ “Wheelchair Basketball,” Mountain Dew’s “Major Melon,” Columbia Journalism Review’s “Fake News Stand” and “Covering Climate Now,” among many others. His breakthrough work helped Guinness become Clio Advertiser of the Year and Foot Locker reach its highest share price in history.
Devika Bulchandani, CEO of Ogilvy North America and global chairwoman of advertising, said, “Having someone like Chris join our team will help us ensure Ogilvy is always synonymous with the world’s most innovative, effective, and forward-thinking creative work. Chris has been a transformative creative force wherever he has applied his talents. He will be an incredible asset as we continue to strengthen our creative capabilities in North America and deliver greater creative impact for our clients.”
Beresford-Hill said: “There is a migration of creative talent heading to WPP, and the center of that creativity is forming at Ogilvy, and that kind of energy is irresistible. It’s a once in lifetime opportunity to get to work with Devika, Liz (global CCO Taylor), and the team in my capacity as a creative, as well as a business leader. I believe that if you truly want to drive impact, creativity must be at the center of the business, and that is Ogilvy’s mission.”
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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