AUCKLAND, Today: “Every act of creation is, first of all, an act of destruction,” In his latest blog post, The Monkeys NZ CCO Damon Stapleton quotes Pablo Picasso to make a point.
Film Construction adds the fresh talents of Sophie Miya-Smith to its Stills Division
AUCKLAND, Today: Film Construction has announced that Kiwi-Japanese photographer Sophie Miya-Smith has joined their roster. “Sophie’s luminous portfolio conjures the connection between people and place,” said FC executive producer Belinda Bradley.
Federation’s brand for Massey Sport is a winner already
AUCKLAND, Monday: CBD indie Federation has created a new brand identity and story for the Academy of Sport at Massey University.
Ogilvy pairs local artists with Auckland University alumni

AUCKLAND, Today: Ogilvy in New Zealand has been using fashion to shift perceptions of where a pharmacy degree can take you – by creating a series of lab coats that pair local artists with Auckland University alumni.
Colorsteel and DDB Group raise the roof standard (Updated)
AUCKLAND, Today: DDB Group Aotearoa and Colorsteel have launched a “playful” campaign that aims to raise the standard of how New Zealanders choose the roof over their heads.
Black Ferns are female role models in new work from adidas & Augusto for Rugby World Cup
AUCKLAND, Today: As the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand kicked off, adidas and Augusto have released a “powerful” new campaign to celebrate the achievements of the current Black Ferns players, iconising them as inspiration for generations to come.
Motion Sickness makes five hires including new position – Kaitaunaki Māori
AUCKLAND, Thursday: In its biggest recruitment drive to date, Newton indie agency Motion Sickness has added five new members to its team.
HWBK Sydney to put Christchurch on the map with Aussie visitors
CHRISTCHURCH, Monday: Economic development & promotions outfit ChristchurchNZ has appointed Sydney creative agency History Will Be Kind as its retained agency of record in Australia – following a competitive pitch process.
Kernel & Contagion partner to launch a new wealth creation platform
AUCKLAND, Today: Integrated media & creative agency Contagion have won a pitch for Kernel Wealth’s first national advertising campaign Make it Happen. There was no incumbent.
Taking on Tātou
AUCKLAND, Today: A year into her role, Wāhine toa, Skye Kimura reflects on her leadership of Tātou and her dedication to helping clients to understand and navigate te ao Māori with respect.