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.

Hello!

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

Creative Director

Campbell-Ewald

2008 → 2013

I'm available

Let’s Create Dope!

Hit me up with any questions or epic project ideas—or just to chat. I’m here for it!

mj@iammichaeljames.com


I'm available

Let’s Create Dope!

Hit me up with any questions or epic project ideas—or just to chat. I’m here for it!

mj@iammichaeljames.com


I'm available

Let’s Create Dope!

Hit me up with any questions or epic project ideas—or just to chat. I’m here for it!

mj@iammichaeljames.com