Welcome to my portfolio.
I’m a British advertising creative—wanted by London's Metropolitan Police for a crime I didn't commit—currently laying low in beautiful Minnesota.
Though I had to travel under false papers – with nothing but spare socks and a MacBook (forgot the charger) – I do bring with me over a decade’s experience in some the UK’s top ad agencies.
I spent two and a half years at Ogilvy. Five years at McCann. Two years at Gasp!. Plus, stints ‘lancing freely’ at R/GA, Wunderman Thompson, Iris Worldwide, M&C Saatchi and MomentumABM.
In that time, I did tons of varied work, picked up some awards, and made myself useful to all sorts of clients. Some, small and niche. Others, big and famous.
As long as the Met police don't catch up with me, I think I can be just as useful in the Twin Cities.
Here's what my former bosses say...
Ollie is a thoroughly decent human being – super-smart and very good at his job. He's a great writer, an enthralling presenter and a fine addition to any creative department. He made a positive, tangible difference to a tricky account the minute he joined the team and I'm genuinely envious of anyone who gets to work with him in the future.
Andy Davis, Creative Director - Ogilvy UK
Ollie is a powerhouse of creative concepts, strong headlining and persuasive copy. As Creative Director, I was always excited to have Ollie working on a project. He brings together flare and tenacity. And like his international rugby talent suggests, he's a great team player and leaves nothing on the pitch. Ollie also brings real character and leadership. He's an honest, decent bloke who cares deeply for others and gets the best out of those he works with.
Will Shepherd, Creative Director - McCann Enterprise
It is exciting to work alongside a wordsmith who can, without fail, turn any topic (even the greyest of subjects) into prose which is golden. A true writer who oozes as much wit as insight. Alongside this gift, Ollie is a natural marketeer who I've enjoyed watching develop in his time at Gasp. The future is bright.
Giles Edwards, Creative Director - Gasp!
Ollie's a fresh thinking copy writer with a lot of strings to his bow. Hire him if you are looking to get things done with imagination, tenacity and good humour. I worked with Ollie at McCann Enterprise for five years, during which, 10,000-hours style, he honed his commercial copywriting craft to a fine point. He also turned a number of tricky briefs into stand-out creative work; provided voiceover talent for dozens of films; and approached every kind of task from big ideas to brochure copy with dedication and unflagging energy. In my experience not many creatives have so much to give.
Rob Sears, Creative Director - McCann