AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Film Construction has signed Kiwi/Japanese/British writer & director Ayla Amano to its roster. Amano is now returning to NZ after three years in Canada and Ireland.
Wellington launch
AUCKLAND, Today: Grey Lynn-based media independent Sneakers Media has expanded into the Wellington market with the appointment of media specialist Julie-Ann Hedges.
Promoted to AU
AUCKLAND, Today: Lumo Digital Outdoor is increasing its representation in Australia with the appointment of Liv Collins to account director, based in Auckland.
Pead boosts creative & digital
AUCKLAND, Today: Pead has bolstered its creative and digital offerings with two new appointments. Pead partner Sarah Munnik said: “Liam Golds and Tom Davies will bring a wealth of strategic experience, furthering our vision to define the future of PR through work that provokes action.”
New senior hire at Perceptive
AUCKLAND, Today: Grey Lynn-based customer intelligence agency Perceptive has appointed Ian Mills to the role of director of strategy.
Track hires first dedicated data scientist
AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Track Aotearoa (the Direct arm of DDB Aotearoa) has appointed Akilesh Chokkanathapuram as its first dedicated data scientist.
Mr & Mrs – and now colleagues
AUCKLAND, Today: Special has appointed Claire Bradbourne to help develop the group globally, working with Special partners across all offices to help create a world class and consistent brand, to aid growth.
Jolly good Fellow
WELLINGTON, Wednesday: Data-led creative agency EightyOne, has appointed Tracey Bridges as the chair of its advisory board. MD Matt West said: “The team is delighted to welcome Tracey. We are expanding, increasing our depth and breadth, so we can tackle even bigger problems for our clients.
Craving to Play
AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Grey Lynn customer insights agency Perceptive has appointed Priya Patel to its customer experience team. Perceptive CX team leader Sammie Parkinson said: “This comes after several account wins and a period of growth.
Birthday Suits
AUCKLAND, Thursday: CBD comms & marketing indie agency Anthem has expanded- with three new hires. Senior account director Camille Middleditch has returned to Anthem after working in an in-house role. Middleditch first joined Anthem upon returning home from the United Kingdom in 2019, where she worked at creative and corporate agencies in London.
