ABOUT
I’m a French, British and Swiss creative director and copywriter with nearly 15 years of agency experience.
My passion is solving problems in new ways and creating insightful work that non ad folk want to share and talk about. Whether that's coming up with a new product, a behaviour-changing social campaign, a funny radio script, a beautifully crafted poster, or an emotion-filled TVC.
I love being hands on, concepting big ideas, and writing pithy headlines, captivating scripts, and inspiring rationales. (As well as sometimes dabbling in the art direction side of things.)
But lately, I’ve found equal joy in building meaningful relationships with clients and managing other creatives - setting a clear vision and helping them elevate their work while making sure its not only great, but right.
I’ve also got involved in teaching through D&AD Shift, co-leading the ideation module.
When I’m not in adland, you can find me playing any kind of racquet sport, making cut-out art, or eating cheese.
Now, if you’re looking for a passionate, strategic-thinking, and resilient creative (or fancy a game of squash or tennis), give me a shout.
CONTACT
Email:
gregory.j.talbot@gmail.com
Phone:
DE: +49 176 6739 6671
CH: +41 (0)79 525 11 49
UK: +44 (0)74 7465 6752
LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/gregorytalbot/
REFERENCES
I really enjoyed working with Greg during my time at Anomaly Berlin. Not only is he a lovely writer, he’s incredibly hard working and has a great attitude!
- Azsa West, CCO, Wieden + Kennedy
Greg worked for me as a creative at Oliver. He is in short excellent. He has a great advertising brain, and always comes at problems with a unique perspective. He is also an excellent craftsman with an attention to detail that is second to none. You couldn’t ask for a better creative, or indeed a nicer guy.
- Brian Cooper, CCO, Oliver & Dare London
I’m a big fan of Greg and really wish we could have him back. Greg was constantly contributing great, fresh ideas. He has a great attitude and everyone liked working with him. I would definitely recommend Greg, you won’t be disappointed.
- Bryan Collins, Creative Director, Cossette Vancouver (now 123W)
Working with Gregory on our major clients, I was impressed with his ability to consider – and balance – strategic issues, creative concepts and practical considerations. It was also impressive to watch him shepherd very important and complex campaigns through numerous client presentations and shifts in direction. These “big picture” skills are matched by a keen eye and a real attention to detail.
- Mathieu Fouvy, Strategy & Growth Director, partner @creativesagency, consultant & lecturer
Greg was my senior creative partner for almost two years at OLIVER and he's an inspiration to work with. With every project, he's constantly full of amazing ideas, pushes for exceptional craft at every step of the process, and makes sure the idea can fit any media. Not only is he a wonderful creative, he has a wonderful personality. He's funny and charming so he will light up any conversation and brainstorm. Get ready for his colourful jumpers and charisma, he's a delight to be around and I miss him dearly.
- Joy Li De Meulemeester - Creative Director
He’s a top all round 360 creative – he can think in terms of words and pictures, a one man agency when you need it, but also a real team player, and he’s a great conceptual guy. He gets all the disciplines, above and below the line. And has a great handle on what’s going on out there. He’s passionate about creative work, a top character and loved by all in the company – super nice guy, totally reliable and very hard working.
- Paul Turner, Creative Director, Oliver London
AGENCIES
Anomaly London & Berlin / BETC Paris / Saatchi & Saatchi London / Ogilvy London / HAVAS London & Geneva / M&C Saatchi London & Geneva / Leo Burnett Group London / McCann Worldgroup London / Wunderman + Thompson London / Cossette Vancouver / Y&R Geneva / Oliver + Dare London
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
Applied Arts / Digital Marketing Awards / DMAs / Lotus Awards / Best of the Web / Eurobest / Art Directors Club Switzerland / Cristal Festival / Young Glory / Chip Shop Awards / Swiss Press Young Creatives Competition / GPRC Awards / CB News
FEATURES
Creativity Online / The Drum / The Clio Awards / Campaign / Little Black Book / Coloribus / David Reviews / The Inspiration Room / Ads of the World / Adeevee / Advertolog / Design You trust
BRANDS
FMCG: Persil, Iglu, Arla, Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s, Lipton, Nestlé (Movenpick, Nespresso, Thomy condiments, Cailler chocolates, Purina), Granini, Côte d’Or, Volvic, St. Pellegrino, Command Hanging Strips, Ferrero Duplo, CocaCola (pitch)
Food services: Starbucks, McDonald’s, Seattle’s Best Coffee
Telecoms and Technology: Hinge, Google, Virgin Media, BT, Canal +, Lebara, EE, Nokia, Microsoft, CISCO, Skype, Irista, SanDisc, Phillips
Automotive: Citroēn, MINI, Enterprise, Jeep
Charity: UNHCR, Gamble Aware, Cancer Research UK, Ronald McDonald House, UNICEF
Energy: Service Industriels de Genève, GazNat, Solar Impulse
Finance, Insurance, Consulting: HSBC, Barclay’s, Barclaycard, Peachy Loans, Credit Agricole, Nationwide (pitch), The AA, Just Retirement, Sunlife, Touring Club Suisse, KPMG
Travel: EasyJet, TGV Lyria, Ryanair, Thomas Cook, Air France
Alcohol: Russell Beer, Honest Brew
Retail: Vision Express, Courts, Intu
Pharma: Zantak, GSK (Sensodyne, Polident, Parodontax), Men’s Health
Health & Beauty: Dove, Simple Skincare, Garnier, St. Ives, L’Occitane en Provence
B2B: Bobst, Holcim, Caterpillar
Sports, games, and leisure: Disneyland Paris, International Olympic Committee, Unibet, King (Candy Crush), Swiss Lottery, British Colombia Lotteries and Casinos, French Lottery, Crans-Montana ski resort, NFL (pitch)
Luxury: RIMOWA, Gaggenau, Longines, Audemars Piguet (pitch)