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Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege of working on some of the world’s most iconic brands at some of its most recognized agencies.
I believe there's humanity in every business problem, and that KPIs tend to favor the brave. I've lead global business across several categories - from brand positioning to POS - and managed creative departments of writers, designers and art directors, on both the agency and client side.
I have a proven track record for pitch-winning creative on brands such as ESPN, Fanatics (huge sports fan) and Novartis Pharmaceutical to name a few. I’ve also had my work recognized by award shows such as Cannes, One Show, D&AD, The Clios and Art Director’s Club.
Additional highlights in no particular order:
- Hearing Chuck D read my words aloud. (Even writing this sentence is surreal.)
- Becoming Global CD for Quiksilver & Roxy… six months before they declared bankruptcy.
- The ESPN ESPY’S tagline: "The best stories of the year, all told in one night."
- Helping WDCW win Ad Age "Small Agency of the Year."
- Being named a One Show Judge three times.
- Fund-raising for the Jazz & Heritage Foundation on behalf of the musicians of New Orleans and the Mississippi Delta.
- The Polk Audio tagline: “What Better Sounds Like.”
- Recording voice-over with Michael Madsen.
- Standing in the middle of 100,000 Dutch fans as they cheered the "Bloed Oranje" film during the World Cup semi-finals.
- A 5-1 record in sports-related pitches, with my only loss coming internally, for Olympic figure skating. Still stings.
- Making VCU Brandcenter’s "Notable Alumni" list, Creativity Magazine.
- Going almost an entire shoot without visiting Craft Services.
- Winning $50 for naming a pizza at Vinnie’s Pizzeria in Milburn, NJ.
Ultimately, I feel very lucky to do something I love for a living. In addition to writing, doodling and watching televised sports, I also love airports, Slurpees, and cartoon pigs. My favorite Beatle was George, my favorite Rolling Stone was Charlie. My favorite rapper is a long discussion with no real conclusion.
If you’d like to know more, please drop me a line at seanvij@gmail.com.
Thank you very much.