BRIAN CONNOLLY

Originating from Manchester England, I’m an integrated creative director, art director, writer and ideas person. I have global level experience in building brands across all creative channels, from inception to design to execution, and believe in creating impactful and engaging ideas. Being a very conceptual creative director with a strong art direction and design sensibility, I always aim to bring a craftsmanship mentality to every brand I work with.

During my career I've held positions as Creative Director & Head of Art at both Saatchi & Saatchi London and Ogilvy London, as well as a GCD at DDB New York.

As Head of Art in London I was responsible for overseeing the visual output of Saatchi and Ogilvy across all creative channels. As Creative Director and Group Creative Director I’ve been the creative lead on a cross section of accounts including T-Mobile, Guinness, Carlsberg, Hertz, Cadillac, Lexus, Toyota, ChildLine, across the U.K., Europe, Africa and the U.S. I also have experience working on the Health and Wellness side of the business.

As well as being awarded at Cannes, D&AD, The One Show, The Clios and The Andy's, I have been a judge at D&AD, Cannes, London International Awards and Creative Circle U.K. 

On my journey I've been a mentor, arbiter of creative work and builder of brands. I thrive on new challenges, love problem solving and always look forward to my next project.

INFO:

• Email:  brianconnolly1@me.com

• Tel:    646 287 3371

• EDUCATION: BA (HONS) - Design for Communication Media & Advertising

• U.S. GREEN CARD HOLDER