EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

FEB **** - ****

Associate Creative Director, Pinnacle, Chicago, IL

Introduced groundbreaking campaigns for major brands, resulting in a 80% pitch win rate. Pioneered innovative campaigns for Honda, Weather Tech, and Diaper Genie, enhancing brand visibility. Elevated Pinnacle's creative direction, securing high-profile projects and awards. Winner of (3) Gold Telly Awards

Fostered a team environment that nurtured award-winning campaigns for top brands. JUN 2017 - FEB 2021

Asssociate Creative Director, RealWorld Marketing, Scottsdale, AZ Led a creative team of ten designers, motion designers, and copywriters Oversaw creative for Honda and Acura

Led team to grow business by 40%, securing 60% of new bids; pivotal in Honda rebranding, sparking lucrative sales numbers. Spearheaded a dynamic rebranding campaign for Detroit Honda Dealers, setting the stage for a significant company sale. JUN 2014 - FEB 2017

Creative Director / Copywriter, Socks With Sandals, West Hollywood, CA Wrote music video treatments for platinum selling musicians Jhene AIko, Mario, and Omarion. Traveled the world documenting musician Mario's world tour. Directed hit music videos, increasing artist visibility and fan engagement. Launched 'Mario Mondays' web series, boosting online presence and audience interaction. JUN 2012 - MAY 2014

Creative / Filmmaker, Tattoo Projects Advertising Agency, Charlotte, NC Transformed client visions into award-winning campaigns for Sheetz, Remington and Hoover, enhancing their market footprint.

Passionately directed campaigns for major brands, clinching 7 ADDYs and Ad Ages Small Agency of the Year accolade. DEC 2011 - JUN 2012

Writer/ Editor, Lightstream Pictures, Santa Monica, CA Production Assistant

Enhanced film's appeal, securing A-List talent by editing impactful sizzle reel for '2:22'. Meticulously provided script coverage, ensuring content quality and alignment with production goals. Played a key role in production team, assisting in diverse tasks to ensure smooth project execution. SKILLS

Copywriting Video Editing

Concepting Leading a Creative Team

Pitching Branding

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323-***-**** JAMES LEARY

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Creative Director with 13+ years of experience, renowned for transforming brand engagement and visibility across notable clients like Honda and Acura. Harnessing a distinctive blend of skills in pitching, concepting, branding, and copywriting, this visionary leader has a track record of capturing 80% of new pitches and steering campaigns to win multiple awards. Eager to deploy groundbreaking strategies and lead creative teams towards unprecedented successes. EDUCATION

JAN 2009 - DEC 2011

The Los Angeles Film School, Los Angeles, CA

Graduated with honors, recieving award for best student thesis film. The Groundlings Improv

One of the youngest graduates of "the Harvard of Comedy" with notable alumni Will Ferrrell, Paul Ruebens, Kathy Griffin, and many more...

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