AUCKLAND, Sunday: “When I set out to become an advertising copywriter in my late twenties I had a pretty good idea of what the job entailed, and it seemed to be something that I’d quite enjoy,” writes Herald on Sunday columnist Paul Catmur.
Epica deadline extension
PARIS, Today: The Epica Awards has appointed editor/entrepreneur Claire Beale as president of this year’s jury. The online awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 9 December – and the entry period has been extended until Friday 22 October.
Cheermen of the Beard
LAKE WANAKA, Friday: Since its founding days in the Southern Alps, production company Two Bearded Men has grown, evolved and forged a global reputation for storytelling. To reflect their extended offering, they have rebranded as ‘The Beards’ with a fresh look to match.
TBWA\ names chief growth officer
AUCKLAND, Today: TBWA\NZ Group has appointed Jillian Reedy to the newly established role of chief growth officer. She has worked at top agencies in New York and London, with a strong and consistent focus on business growth.
Colenso enlists Ahua founder
AUCKLAND, Today: Sonya Milford has joined Colenso BBDO as a senior digital designer. She comes with a wealth of experience in both the design and digital sectors, having worked at Gladeye, TVNZ and TRA.
Publicis NZ goes offline for mental health
AUCKLAND, Today: Publicis Groupe NZ agencies will go offline this Monday to encourage all its people to take a day off to rest, relax and recharge in recognition of World Mental Health Day which this year falls on Sunday 10 October.
Ex Machina
DENVER, COLARADO, Today: Veritone Inc, creator of aiWARE hyper-expansive AI platform, has licensed MediaWorks NZ for use of Veritone Attribute, a leading AI-driven application providing real-time insights into data-driven advertising performance.
Film Construction eye on Mental Health AU
AUCKLAND, Thursday: Film Construction NZ has produced a timely series of film vignettes for the Mental Health Commission of NSW’s celebration of World Mental Health.
Sanitarium & Pitchblack lodge ‘formal compliments’
AUCKLAND, Thursday: Pitchblack is encouraging Kiwis to make “formal compliments” about its client Sanitarium’s two new Light ‘n’ Tasty (sic) flavours, Blueberry and Nut-Lovers – both with 25% less sugar than the original range.
Song of the South
CHRISTCHURCH, Today: Freelance South Island-based producers Jackie Clark and Amanda Jenkins have teamed up to issue an invitation to North Island agencies to film their projects down south.
