Saatchi & Saatchi has elevated executive creative director Fabio Costa from his role in Los Angeles to lead creative strategy in the Seattle office alongside managing director and global client lead, Noopur Shukla, and EVP, head of strategy, Dan Neumann.
Over the past six years, Costa helped lead award-winning work at Saatchi for Toyota’s global Olympics footprint and the Expedia business. Recognized as a creative visionary, mentor and creative leader, Costa has worked on brands like Adidas, P&G, Netflix, Ray-Ban, Disney, The Grammys, Expedia and Louis Vuitton.
“With this appointment, we are thrilled to see Fabio grow within the Saatchi family and build on his track record of delivering ideas that make a big impact for our clients,” said Chuck Maguy, CEO at Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles and Dallas. “I have no doubt that under the leadership of Noopur, Daniel and Fabio, the Seattle team will continue the Saatchi legacy of ‘Nothing Is Impossible,’ creating compelling and meaningful work against their brands’ challenges.”
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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