About me

Grant is the Global ECD of iris based in London. During his time at iris he has led award-winning work for Samsung, adidas, COP26 and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games. He is the co-author of Newsjacking published by Thames and Hudson. He also sits on the Straight8 advisory board, he's a long-time collaborator of the industry collective The Purpose Disruptors and is currently exploring the art of being a beekeeper.

Iris APAC Regional ECD 7 years. iris London Creative Director for 4 years.

Co-Founded Premier League backed Fanatic Sports Marketing in 2003.

Founded White Matter creative consultancy in 2002 specialising in music and sports marketing.

Previous agencies Leo Burnetts, Melbourne; Maverick, Sydney; M&C Saatchi/LIDA; Arc/D'Arcy, IMP

Skills

Art Direction, Branding, Creative Direction, creative strategy, Digital Marketing, integrated, participation, Social Media

Sector Experience

alcohol, Automotive, electronics, Finance, FMCG, Food & Beverages, football, luxury, Music, rugby, sponsorship, Sports

Awards

Campaign BIG Award - Gold, Campaign BIG Award - Nominated, Cannes Lions - Gold, Cannes Lions - Shortlist, Clios - Silver, Creative Circle Award - Bronze, Creative Circle Award - Silver, Effie\'s - Bronze, Effie\'s - Gold, Effie\'s - Silver, EPICA Award - Silver, Eurobest Award Gold, FWA - Favourite Website Award, LIA Award - Bronze, LIA Award - Silver, Lovie Award - Silver, One Show - Silver Pencil, Spikes Asia - Bronze, Spikes Asia - Shortlist

Clients

Adidas, Diageo, marina bay sands

Trade Associations

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