Gray Nicholson
Senior Conceptual Creative
London, United Kingdom
07936 883586
be.net/graynicholson
I have extensive experience working with integrated agencies where I have been responsible for delivery of leading edge creative concepts, through consumer insights and strategic thinking for global accounts within Australia and the UK.
With a track record of producing winning creative pitches and campaigns; managing creative teams; and exceeding client expectations.
With a track record of producing winning creative pitches and campaigns; managing creative teams; and exceeding client expectations.
Work Experience
MKTG
Creative Director
New business pitch for Christmas fashion/fragrance event.
March 2020
- March 2020
London, United Kingdom
Wonderland Agency
Creative Lead
New business pitch for event/experience at Cannes Lions 2020.
December 2019
- December 2019
London, United Kingdom
Wunderman Thompson
Conceptual Creative (Contract Copywriter)
Copy and concept for digital and direct marketing. Fast-paced and quick turn-around projects for BT, EE, Samsung, Microsoft and GSK.
December 2018
- July 2019
London, United Kingdom
Momentum
Senior Conceptual Art Director
Concept and Art Direction for the first international AMEX Platinum House, which ran during London Fashion Week.
A 4-day event at the Old Central St. Martins College, requiring experiences for multiple rooms and design consideration for live performances (James Bay, SG Lewis & Kungs), food and drinks (Duck & Waffle, Hakkasan and Tredwells), well-being classes (Equinox), beauty services and the Alexa Chung after party.
A 4-day event at the Old Central St. Martins College, requiring experiences for multiple rooms and design consideration for live performances (James Bay, SG Lewis & Kungs), food and drinks (Duck & Waffle, Hakkasan and Tredwells), well-being classes (Equinox), beauty services and the Alexa Chung after party.
July 2018
- September 2018
London, United Kingdom
Amplify
Creative Lead
August 2016
- February 2018
United Kingdom
Geometry
Senior Conceptual Art Director & Acting Creative Director
August 2014
- December 2015
United Kingdom
Dekko Advertising And Design
Freelance Creative
Art Direction and Design of Brands, Logos and Annual Reports for AllParts Automotive, Westminster Academy, Toynbee Hall, Paddington Waterside Partnership and Buttle.
August 2011
- September 2011
London, United Kingdom
Digital And Direct
Lead Art Director
Concept, Art Direction and Design of Brands, POS, Direct Mail, Posters, Print Ads, Experiential and Annual Reports for Sky Retail and Homes.
January 2011
- May 2011
London, United Kingdom
Draftfcb
Freelance Creative
Concept, Art Direction and Design of TV ads for SC Johnson's Duck and Glade products.
June 2010
- August 2010
London, United Kingdom
Cheil Worldwide
Freelance Creative
Concept and Design of Brands, POS, Direct Mail, Posters, Print Ads, Experiential and Outdoor Ads for Samsung's Televisions, Mobile Phones, Cameras, etc.
February 2010
- June 2010
London, United Kingdom
Gray Nicholson
Senior Conceptual Creative
Concept, Art Direction, Design and Copywriting for London Advertising and Design Agencies.
January 2010
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City of London, United Kingdom
Grey
Senior Graphic Designer & Art Director
A global agency, part of the WPP group, who advertise in diverse sectors such as retail, government, social marketing & pharmaceutical.
Concept, creative & design for TV, print, digital, new business, brand identity, direct mail, outdoor, reports, catalogues, brochures & ambient.
Providing in-house training on Adobe Creative Suite & the concepts of design & layout.
Clients: TAC, John West, Pantene, WorkSafe, Macleans, Australia Post, AXA, GE Money, Schmackos, Leggos, VIC Government, Open Family, GSK, Mitre 10, Ocean Spray, Sara Lee, P&G, Sustainability Victoria.
Concept, creative & design for TV, print, digital, new business, brand identity, direct mail, outdoor, reports, catalogues, brochures & ambient.
Providing in-house training on Adobe Creative Suite & the concepts of design & layout.
Clients: TAC, John West, Pantene, WorkSafe, Macleans, Australia Post, AXA, GE Money, Schmackos, Leggos, VIC Government, Open Family, GSK, Mitre 10, Ocean Spray, Sara Lee, P&G, Sustainability Victoria.
May 2004
- May 2008
Melbourne, Australia
Fairfax Business Publishing
Senior Art Director
Managed/Mentored a creative team of four people (one in Singapore).
Launching new magazines & re-designing existing magazines.
Magazines: MIS, CFO, P4+, Business Online (Australia, New Zealand & South East Asia).
Launching new magazines & re-designing existing magazines.
Magazines: MIS, CFO, P4+, Business Online (Australia, New Zealand & South East Asia).
January 1999
- September 2000
Sydney, Australia
Connection Magazines
Senior Art Director
A boutique design & publishing house with a group of monthly & quarterly trade publications.
Managed three graphic designers, executing concept & design development through to artwork & press-checks.
Magazines: Building Connection, Plumbing Connection, Electrical Connection, Connected Home.
Managed three graphic designers, executing concept & design development through to artwork & press-checks.
Magazines: Building Connection, Plumbing Connection, Electrical Connection, Connected Home.
October 2003
- May 2004
Melbourne, Australia
Gray Nicholson Creative
Art Director & Graphic Designer
Focus on concept, creative & design for new business, brand identity, TV & print.
Clients: BP, Snooze, Guardian Pharmacy, STIHL, Fantastic Furniture, Mt Buller, Specsavers, Goodyear, ClearSolar, Barbeques Galore, Fresh Life, Dri Glo, Dick Smith Electronics, Hotel.com.au, Lasoo.com.au, Oporto, Lemon Baxter, Victoria Gardens Shopping Centre
Clients: BP, Snooze, Guardian Pharmacy, STIHL, Fantastic Furniture, Mt Buller, Specsavers, Goodyear, ClearSolar, Barbeques Galore, Fresh Life, Dri Glo, Dick Smith Electronics, Hotel.com.au, Lasoo.com.au, Oporto, Lemon Baxter, Victoria Gardens Shopping Centre
May 2008
- December 2009
Melbourne, Australia
Education
University Of Canberra
Graphic Design
1992
- 1995
Canberra, Australia
Camden High School
Higher School Certificate
1986
- 1991
Camden, Australia
Languages
English (Native),
Skills
Adobe Acrobat Professional,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Adobe Indesign,