Whybin\TBWA client service director Jodi Willocks has left – but the position of ECD Dave King is unclear.
Whybin merges with Starseed
Whybin\TBWA is expanding its services by restructuring its existing PR division, Eleven, with the “integration” of the Starseed agency.
Kaitaia Fire in the belly
Assignment Group has again enlisted Nigella Lawson to front Whittaker’s latest drive for world domination. This time around she’s shot four TVCs to promote the brand’s new artisan chocolate.
Word-play wizard
Jo Knight was a clear winner, said the Canon Media Awards judges about the Sunday Star Times Sunday magazine journalist who walked away the Best Headline award last week – for the second year running.
Arrivals & Departures
DDB chief operating officer Chris Riley has resigned “to pursue alternative opportunities”.
Contagion wins Harcourts pitch (Updated)
Contagion has won the Harcourts full-service advertising business – including strategy, creative, media, digital and social – in a pitch against unknown agencies.
Stunts & World Cup for breakfast – tomorrow
Tickets are still available for tomorrow’s (Wednesday 27 May) CAANZ PREScom Champion Speaker Series, a breakfast event that aims to deliver “winning formulas for ensuring your brand is seen and heard – exploring world-class sponsorships and stunts”.
Arrivals & Departures
Special taps Angus Hennah, Sandra Daniel: Special Group has strengthened the senior line up in its Auckland office with the appointment of Angus Hennah as creative director and Sandra Daniel as business director.
No Kiwis required
All Blacks superfan Tim returns to the screen for Mastercard this week in his 4th turn as Richie McCaw’s best mate.
Going Native
IAB NZ Standards & Guidelines Council has embarked on a project to produce best practice guidelines for native advertising in NZ.
