Hi, I'm Michael James
Hi, I'm Michael
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Global
Global
Creative Director
Creative Director
based in LAX & DTW.
based in LAX & DTW.
Crafting and amplifying brave brand stories and entertainment through social, film, and tech that deeply connect with ever-changing consumer culture.
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Creative Strategy
Hi, I’m Michael James, a global creative lead and brand storyteller with 15+ years of experience turning bold ideas into award-winning campaigns. I’ve led small and large creative teams to secure $30 million in new business wins and manage $50 million in creative accounts. My expertise lies in crafting culturally significant projects that resonate globally, blending creativity, content, entertainment, and production. I specialize in social-first narratives that scale into impactful 360 campaigns and innovative brand strategies that inspire action, forge deep connections, and drive results. Let’s shake things up and redefine what’s possible.
Hi, I’m Michael James, a global creative lead and brand storyteller with 15+ years of experience turning bold ideas into award-winning campaigns. I’ve led small and large creative teams to secure $30 million in new business wins and manage $50 million in creative accounts. My expertise lies in crafting culturally significant projects that resonate globally, blending creativity, content, entertainment, and production. I specialize in social-first narratives that scale into impactful 360 campaigns and innovative brand strategies that inspire action, forge deep connections, and drive results. Let’s shake things up and redefine what’s possible.
Hi, I’m Michael James, a global creative lead and brand storyteller with 15+ years of experience turning bold ideas into award-winning campaigns. I’ve led small and large creative teams to secure $30 million in new business wins and manage $50 million in creative accounts. My expertise lies in crafting culturally significant projects that resonate globally, blending creativity, content, entertainment, and production. I specialize in social-first narratives that scale into impactful 360 campaigns and innovative brand strategies that inspire action, forge deep connections, and drive results. Let’s shake things up and redefine what’s possible.
Cultural Storytelling
Branding
Broadcast
Research
Social Content
Experience
Global Creative Diretor/Partner
Observe & Create
2019 → Now
Global Creative Diretor/Partner
Observe & Create
2019 → Now
Global Creative Diretor/Partner
Observe & Create
2019 → Now
SVP, Global Creative Directior
BBDO Worldwide
2024
SVP, Global Creative Directior
BBDO Worldwide
2024
SVP, Global Creative Directior
BBDO Worldwide
2024
Global Social Creative Director
Amazon
2020 → 2022
Global Social Creative Director
Amazon
2020 → 2022
Global Social Creative Director
Amazon
2020 → 2022
Global Creative Lead
Snap Inc. (Snapchat)
2020
Global Creative Lead
Snap Inc. (Snapchat)
2020
Global Creative Lead
Snap Inc. (Snapchat)
2020
Global Creative Lead
Muse
2016 → 2019
Global Creative Lead
Muse
2016 → 2019
Global Creative Lead
Muse
2016 → 2019
Creative Director
Campbell-Ewald
2008 → 2013
Creative Director
Campbell-Ewald
2008 → 2013