M+C Saatchi Group ANZ has appointed Jeremy Hogg as national executive creative director, bolstering the group’s creative leadership across Australia and New Zealand.
Hogg joins from Howatson+Company, where he spent four years helping to build the independent agency into one of Australia’s most awarded.
During that time, he led campaigns for brands including Domain, TK Maxx, Qantas, Honda and UNSW, with work recognised for both creativity and effectiveness.
Prior to Howatson+Company, Hogg was creative director at CHEP Network, where he worked with clients such as Samsung and Genea, the latter becoming one of Australia’s most awarded brands under his creative direction.
He has also held senior roles at DDB, Y&R, Marcel Sydney, The Monkeys and Havas Host.
“I’m thrilled to be joining Emma, Dani and the team at an exciting time for the agency,” said Hogg. “M+C Saatchi has an amazing legacy of fostering great people, clients and work. I can’t wait to help shape what’s next. It’s going to be fun.”
In his new role, Hogg will oversee the agency’s creative vision and collaborate with the leadership team to drive creative excellence, growth and cohesion across the network.
“Jeremy’s skill and spirit are perfect for helping to steer us through our exciting next,” said Emma Robbins, M+C Saatchi Group ANZ chief creative officer.
“He’s a little bit Lando Norris, a little bit Jessica Watson. We’re very excited he’s here, and about what’s ahead.”
Hogg’s work has been recognised at major international award shows including D&AD, Cannes Lions, Clios, AWARD, Spikes Asia, One Show, LIA, Webbys and Effies. He has also served on juries at many of these events, including Cannes LSaatchiM+C Saatchi Group ANZions, Spikes Asia, Young Lions and AWARD.