It's hard to keep up with all the latest moves across media, marketing, and advertising, so we've made a list. Check out the biggest moves in adland this week.
Special's Paige Prettyman switches to Deloitte Digital
Deloitte Digital has appointed Paige Prettyman managing director of creative in Melbourne.
Prettyman, who has been instrumental in the growth of Special Group Melbourne as General Manager, follows a series of senior creative agency leaders joining Deloitte Digital including Nick Garret, Dan Wright and Ahmad Salim.
WPP gets it's third local chief officer
Morag Eyles, formerly of BUPA and NAB, has been appointed chief people officer of WPP AUNZ, the third person in the role in less than two years. Eyles will leverage her 28 years of global experience to ensure WPP continues to attract, retain and develop talent .
Zenith's first Brisbane managing director
Zenith Australia has promoted Warwick Taylor to the newly-created role of Brisbane managing director. Taylor is charged with leading the agency’s vision for the expanded Brisbane office, developing strategic partnerships, and driving growth outcomes for clients.
Jonathan Casley moves to whiteGREY
whiteGREY appointed Jonathan Casley chief technology officer. His work has been recognised at creative, technology and effectiveness awards including Cannes Lions, FWA, D&AD, FWA, Webby, AWARD and Effies.
Audible has appointed Ben Rolleston country manager for Australia. He will oversee Audible’s Australian business and lead its brand and content marketing and customer lifecycle teams.
Influencer marketing body has a new chair
The Australian Influencer Marketing Council (AiMCO) has a new chair and deputy following a member election.The chair is Sharyn Smith, founder and CEO of Social Soup and director of The Influence Group, who has more than 15 years within the influencer marketing arena.
Man of Many appoints branded content writer
Man of Many has appointed former Edelman senior editor and technical specialist Rob Edwards as branded content writer. After years of honing his editorial skills across outlets like Australian T3, Official Nintendo Magazine, and Techradar, Edwards shifted to client services at Edelman. There, he worked with a broad range of brands, including Samsung, Google and Amazon.
Daniel Taylor is Orchard's director of data and insights
Orchard has appointed Daniel Taylor to the newly created role of director of data and insights. Taylor will expand the agency’s data-led service offerings and work with strategic partners to drive more connected experiences.
Bohemia's new head of content
Bohemia has appointed Sophine Roza head of content. Roza has more than a decade of experience working with brands such as The Just Group, Starlight Foundation, Moët Hennessy, IBM, and eBay.
TRA's head of people and of design
TRA has appointed Irena Bakker head of people and capability and Stephen Churchman head of design. Both roles have responsibilities across the group, which includes TRA’s Australian and New Zealand offices, social media insights and listening tool Zavy.
Tim Pashen joins Worth Your While
Tim Pashen has joined Worth Your While as creative director. Pashen has years of industry expereince and most recenlty was creative lead at the Nordic creative hub for Accenture Interactive (Hjaltelin Stahl), helping them win Eurobest Agency of The Year.
Sarah McGregor switches to dentsu Melbourne
Sarah McGregor has moved from Communicado to be executive creative director at dentsu Melbourne. Over her career, she has worked with some of the world’s best-loved brands including Honda, Bonds, Nintendo, Peters, 7-Eleven, Virgin, Emirates and Marriage Equality.
Red Havas introduces senior appointments
Red Havas appointed Matt Thomas as executive director of corporate affairs.He will lead Red Havas’ corporate and recently formed public affairs teams to service clients within Red Havas and across the Havas Village.
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