About me

Richard is Executive Creative Director at Howatson + Company. His leadership delivers highly impactful and strategic communications, executed by any and all means possible. With over 17 years' experience, he's as passionate about ideas as he is about developing creative talent.

Prior to joining Howatson + Company as ECD, he was Creative Directors at CHE Proximity, leading the creative output across multiple accounts including Samsung, Australia's largest account consolidated within one agency. His creative oversight spanned every aspect of their business including CX, Media, Data, Tech, Social, Retail, Brand and beyond. His creative leadership also helped win and turn Genea IVF into one of Australia's most awarded and effective accounts.

Throughout his careers, his work has consistently been recognised for its effectiveness, creativity and craft. Winning multiple times at every major award show including D&AD, Cannes, One Show, Clio, The Webby's and the Effies.