With extensive experience in Design, Strategy and Advertising spanning 20 years, during which he has built and managed successful brands across various global markets, Ian stands as a highly accomplished Creative Director. His exceptional work has garnered numerous accolades, with his recent work being featured by the AIGA Professional Association for Design.
Presently, Ian is Creative Director and Owner at the little red sofa, delivering value to clients through Strategic Brand Design. Prior to this, he held the role of Creative Director at Huge Inc, where he led digital design innovation on the Stellantis (Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler) Integrated Auto account. His career also includes roles at renowned advertising agencies worldwide, including Ogilvy, BBDO, and Lowe.
Integral to his thriving career are his core principles of delivering value to clients through innovative strategies, maintaining robust client relationships, and his innate talent for effectively engaging with key stakeholders.
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Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, VW Group, Mercedes, Wrigley’s, Pepsi, Spotify, Coca Cola, Mars, HSBC Bank, Google, GE Money, SAB Miller-Pilsner Urquell, Tesco Stores, Skoda Auto, Renault, Opel, Albert, T-Mobile, LG, Vodafone, Unilever, Activision, Adobe, Allstate Insurance, Amnesty International, Surfrider Foundation.
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growth, value creation, client acquisition and retention, brand design, brand strategy, brand building, web design, art direction, copywriting, photography/retouching/capturing, integrated campaigns, new media, ideation, content streaming, online media, mobile, branding and identity, online video, integrated media, social media, user experience, viral content, digital innovation.
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AIGA Professional Association for Design - A Manager’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence Certification
AIGA Professional Association for Design - Emerging Technologies Certification
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AIGA - The Professional Association for Design - Featured for Excellence in Photography - 2021
Agave Magazine (cover photo) Vol.2, Issue 3 {Winter 2015}
The Sun (Published for photography) The Sun Magazine Issue 472
Vamp Magazine: Artist/Photography Feature
Behance: Featured 2x for Excellence in Photography, Advertising, and Pantone Color.
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Art Directors Club: 2x Silver: Print & Outdoor, 6x Nominations (Print/Craft/Outdoor
Golden Drum Nomination: Film
PIAF: Nomination: State and Public Institutions
Art Directors Club: Gold: Advertising Campaigns, Bronze: Social Media/Virals
Epica Awards: Silver: Promo Campaigns
Eurobest European Advertising Festival: Nomination: Digital Promo
Golden Drum: Nomination: Interactive Campaigns
PIAF:Nomination: Creating the Media
Art Directors Club: Gold: Direct Marketing
Art Directors Club: Bronze: Online Campaigns
PIAF: Nomination: Audience Engagement
Epica Awards: Silver: Promo/Online
Intercontinental Ad cup: Best of Admaking
Golden Drum: Golden Watch (AD Campaigns), Design and Art Direction
Red Apple (Moscow): Gold: Promo Campaigns
Art Directors Club: Gold: Advertising Campaigns
Art Directors Club: Gold: Interactive
Art Director's Club: Bronze: Advertising Campaigns
PIAF: Gold: Design
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards: Silver: Social Media/Viral
PIAF: Silver: Online Campaigns
Golden Drum: Golden Watch: Nomination
Golden Hammer (Latvia): Gold: TV