John Norman, currently executive creative director at Wieden+Kennedy’s (W+K) Amsterdam office, will join The Martin Agency in February as chief creative officer.
During his first year with the Richmond-headquartered Martin, Norman will share the CCO title with Mike Hughes, president of the agency.
“I’m not going anywhere,” said Hughes. “I’m planning to remain as president of the agency for as long as our clients will put up with me. And I’ll stay in the creative department as long as John wants me there. That said, all of our creative directors, writers and art directors will report up to John from his first day at the agency.”
During the course of two stints at W+K, Norman created notable work for Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Nike, Tanqueray Gin, Electronic Arts, Nokia, Heineken and Honda. Among his notable credits is the lauded Coke spot “Happiness Factory.”
“It’s been an incredible experience working with the talented international team at Wieden+Kennedy Amsterdam,” said Norman. “Making the decision to leave was not easy, but I could not pass up the opportunity to work alongside Mike Hughes and [CEO] John Adams at one of the best agencies in the U.S.
Norman, 43, a native Texan, has a range of experience that extends well beyond W+K. He earlier served as a graphic designer for Nike in Oregon, a design director for Benetton in Treviso, Italy, and a director for Benetton’s Fabrica creative laboratory. As a group creative director at Goodby, Silverstein & Partners in San Francisco, he helped develop the acclaimed “+HP” campaign (with its “Picture Book” TV spots) for Hewlett-Packard.
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher To Receive Harold Lloyd Award From The Advanced Imaging Society
Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher will be presented with the 2025 Harold Lloyd Award in recognition of their producing achievement in creating Gladiator II at The Advanced Imaging Society’s (AIS) 15th annual Lumiere Awards luncheon, which takes place Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Empowering their storytelling with groundbreaking technology and skill, Wick and Fisher have thrilled audiences and driven the film industry forward for three decades. Their steadfast dedication to the highest standards of cinematic excellence have resulted in epic films, including Memoirs of a Geisha, The Great Gatsby, the Stuart Little franchise, the Divergent Series and both Gladiator films. The first Gladiator earned Wick an Academy Award® for Best Picture. In light of their consistent and distinguished contributions over the years, as exemplified by this year’s Gladiator II, the Advanced Imaging Society wished to recognize the team with this year’s esteemed Harold Lloyd Award.
“Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher of Red Wagon Entertainment have revolutionized modern filmmaking with their bold storytelling and ability to elevate large-scale productions to epic levels,” remarked Jim Chabin, AIS president. “Their work has not only captivated audiences but also redefined filmmaking standards, leaving an indelible mark on the art of cinema. At AIS. we deeply admire their visionary contributions and enduring influence on the film industry.”
Suzanne Lloyd, granddaughter of the late, great Harold Lloyd, remarked, “Doug’s artistic vision and Lucy’s dynamic leadership have brought authenticity, beauty and profound emotion to some of our favorite epic films. Together, they are a... Read More