It all started with a few felt tips, some cardboard, and getting creative. Jump ahead a few years and I'm still doing the same thing coming up with ideas for print film, OOH, digital and experiential- whatever works. But now it’s life-size roaring CGI animated lions, luxury Rolls-Royce & Ferrari cars, secret whiskies and giant tennis balls.
Along the way I've picked up a few advertising awards. Over the years the projects and pitches I've been involved in has meant I've enjoyed working in small agile teams where we've had direct access with senior marketing teams and C-Suite clients - which in turn has lead to highly successful collaborative 360° creative work.
Working in big and small agencies has meant I've built up a network of contacts so I know who I can quickly go to, too find the right team of creatives, production, stills and film people to deliver the very best in class in print, digital, photography, film, animation, motion graphics or innovative immersive experiences.
Beyond being creative, life for me it revolves around my two young boys - Sonny and Jake, my lovely wife Vicky. Our two cats and my garage that’s home to my custom 1975 Honda Cafe Racer, along with a few pushbikes, as I like riding up and down hills. I've got a thing for cars and bikes which has led to me shooting professionally for the likes of BMW magazine, Red Bull, Suzuki and Honda UK, and even a chain of Deli's in London.
That's just a little bit about me. If you'd like to find out more, I'd love to chat (virtually these day) or meet in person, so just give me a call on: 0771 218 0237 or drop us an email: simon.nicholls@hotmail.com
Agencies I've worked for:
Freelance Creative Art Director – January 2021 – Present
The Engine Group – Aaron Goldring: January 2019 – December 2020
Partners Andrews Aldridge – Steve Aldridge: November2004 – December 2018
TBWA\GGT – Nick Moore: March 2000 – November 2004
TMW – Paul Tullo: June 1999 -March 2000
BHWG Proximity – Nick Moore: August 1997 - June1999
Brands I've worked on:
Awards I've picked up:
