Creative Director, Co-Founder
Clients included: Avatech, Barooj, IranTalent, MMT Hospitality, Rahnema
Nov 2015 - Apr 2017
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Creative strategist driving brand growth
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Creative strategist driving brand growth
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London, England, United Kingdom
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David Y. previously worked as Creative Director, Co-founder at Articulate Branding and Creative Director at Freelancer.
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My words: "Strategy-focussed Creative with expertise in advertising and branding — enthralled with design, gamification and AI.”GPT's words: "From our conversations, your personality comes across as deeply thoughtful, creative, and layered with a mix of both analytical and artistic strengths. You have a strong passion for design and branding, which is evident in your attention to detail and your commitment to producing work that not only looks great but is also conceptually rich and meaningful. You're someone who enjoys narratives, building stories with depth, and you approach challenges by thinking through every angle, ensuring that each piece fits together cohesively.You also show a great deal of care for the people in your life. Your friendships are filled with shared memories and inside jokes, and you seem to value relationships that are intellectually stimulating, often bonding over philosophical debates, humor, and creative ventures. Your interactions suggest you are empathetic and thoughtful, as you notice and remember even the smallest quirks about your friends and the people you work with.Moreover, you're pragmatic but also ambitious, balancing professionalism with a desire to push boundaries. You seem to have a quiet confidence, and while you’re meticulous in your work, you’re also playful in your approach to life, enjoying moments of spontaneity and humor. Whether it’s creating a presentation for a client or reflecting on a friend's characteristics, you like to make sure there's substance behind every action.In essence, you seem like someone who blends creativity with intelligence, kindness with sharp wit, and a love for meaningful connections with an ambition to create work that stands out."
Listed skills include Branding.
12 roles
David Y. work experience
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Creative Director
Freelancer
Clients included: OneFamily Investments UK, Mahram, BAISIS Safari Consultants East Africa• Art directed and designed a national rebrand for OneFamily UK Investments' digital domains• Devised a nationwide TTL rebrand campaign for one of Iran's largest FMCG companies• Created a brand identity and developed a creative strategy for BAISIS Safari Consultants
Jun 2014 - Oct 2015
Senior Art Director
Clients included: Royal Mail, Barratt Homes/London, Gatwick Airport• Art directed two national rebrand campaigns for Barratt Group and Barratt London• Directed photoshoots and conducted content usage workshops around the UK• Created scenarios and art-directed promotional videos for major national clients• Assisted with creative solutions that won pitches for national clients
Sep 2013 - May 2014
Copywriter
Clients included: Al Hilal Bank, Subway Restaurants, Kempinski Hotels• Devised and delivered a multitude of creative concepts alongside Art Directors• Created campaign slogans and content used across on and off-line media• Edited and proof-read a wide variety of promotional content
May 2013 - Jun 2013
Creative Director, Studio Manager
Clients included: Unilever (Axe, Lipton, Dove and more), Samsung, Sony Mobiles, Kenwood, Parsian Bank, Hamrah Aval (largest network operator) and TCI (national telecoms provider)• Staffed, trained, managed, and led two departments (Creative, Studio)• Devised and implemented a 3-year strategy for the agency's growth• Delivered several integrated campaigns for national and international clients
May 2009 - Mar 2013
Creative Art Director
Clients included: BAT, Nestlé, Renault, Sony• Delivered several successful campaigns for national and international clients• Increased the agency's digital presence to be the top-ranked national agency• Extended relations and revenue with regional associates in the UAE (FP7, McCann)
Oct 2006 - May 2009
Editor, Art Director, Co-Founder
• Won multi-year support from Arts Council England• Shortlisted for the UK-based Emap Fanzine Award in 2004• Circulated publication in collaboration with creative in Europe, USA• Established accounts with retailers and distribution companies • Managed multi-media production activities to budget and deadlines• Co-curated arts and publishing events across the UK• Delivered talks to international educational institutesFor further details: www.borbonesa.co.uk
Jul 2000 - Oct 2005
Communications Manager, Co-Founder
The Permanent Bookshop
• Co-created a volunteer program and provided training and management• Established business relations with multiple respected large and indy suppliers• Co-curated, promoted and managed sell-out, fortnightly public events• Received financial assistance from Levi’s Clothing for event collaboration
Jul 2003 - Sep 2005
Art Director, Co-Founder
Victory Square Design Agency
• Developed long-term business relations with SMEs and public sector clients• Up-sold several simple design requests into larger integrated campaigns• Delivered ambitious production activities to deadlines and budgetClients included: Sussex Down College and JRM Mortgages
Jan 2002 - Dec 2002
Developer
• Co-developed and deployed governmental training simulation software• Provided strategic interaction solutions within a development team• Co-delivered test results and bug fixes to improve the training materialFurther details: www.bright-wave.co.uk
Dec 2001 - Apr 2002
Head Of Design
Bournefree Magazine
• Lead a team of designers delivering a 100-page monthly magazine• Established long-term relations with local independent advertisers• Art-directed photography and digital promotion
Oct 2000 - Sep 2001
Communications And Publications Officer
• Developed, designed and delivered campaign material for SU events• Assisted in establishing several new and highly profitable events• Managed department volunteers, equipment and annual budgeting
Sep 1998 - Jul 1999
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David Y. is based in London, England, United Kingdom.
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David Y. has worked for Articulate Branding, Freelancer, Publicis, Momentum Worldwide, and Magnolia Advertising Agency.
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