Jay Brown
Creative Director, Producer, Writer, Content Specialist
Vienna
Summary
Award-winning Creative Director, Producer, Writer, Voice Artist, and Musician with a proven track record of delivering impactful, industry-recognized work across diverse platforms, including documentary, TV, commercials, print, and social media. Expertise in crafting high-quality content for international brands and broadcast partners, with a passion for detail-oriented creative writing and the ability to tailor messages for varied audiences. A skilled leader, adept at guiding teams of content creators, designers, and artists to achieve ambitious objectives. Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a keen eye for detail contribute to successfully managing business operations, understanding customer needs, and developing innovative advertising and marketing strategies that drive brand visibility and revenue growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
epitome
Vienna, Vienna
03.2024 - Current
- Managed a team of 10 experts which included content creators and graphic designers, to social media managers, UX/UI designers, web and app developers
- Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
- Created ad campaign for TV, social, magazine and billboard featuring Real Madrid champion David Alaba
- Created visual campaigns featured in GQ, VOGUE and Marie Claire Magazines
- Designed advertising campaigns that increased brand awareness: Achieved a 75% increase, reaching over 1 million potential customers
- Created a comprehensive brand book
- Developed a content marketing strategy: Boosted website traffic by 80%
- Produced animations that increased engagement: Increased time spent on page by 65% and social media shares by 50%
- Created print materials that increased awareness: Led to an 80% rise in brand awareness and customer inquiries
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product design, robotics/ AI engineers
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution
- Monitored industry trends to keep creative materials fresh and engaging
Producer, Director, Writer, Voice Actor
Red Bull, Breitling, Audi, KTM
Vienna, Vienna
01.2018 - Current
- Creative Producer/Director for documentaries, advertising & social media
- Notable clients include: Red Bull TV, Audi, Breitling, Oakley, KTM, FIM Hard Enduro World Championship
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery
- Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects
- Accomplished scriptwriter and copywriter
- Versatile voice-over artist, for documentary series and international advertising campaigns
- Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product
Executive Producer
Red Bull Media House
Salzburg, Salzburg
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Directly reported to Head of Original Programming, overseeing creation and commissioning of diverse content for Red Bul TV, including documentaries, long-form TV series, branded partnerships, short-format social media content, and photography
- Ensured consistent standards and tone across Red Bull's global market
- Produced a wide array of content spanning music, dance, skiing, snowboarding, surfing, skateboarding, motorsport, adventure, and travel
- Took on roles as producer, director, writer, and narrator for various series and documentaries
- Collaborated with internal and external partners to curate optimal content mix
- Aligned with Marketing, Branded Content, Social Media, and Communications teams to develop strategies, ensure brand consistency, and maximize viewership
- Conducted stakeholder meetings to present content road maps and strategies
- Approved content submissions from global portfolio for Red Bull Media House
- Managed original content initiatives from Canada, Australia, and Germany
- Led in-house team of producers, tracking engagement and reach metrics for created content
- Oversaw production budgets across multiple projects
Producer, Director, Writer
Pyramids Productions
Calgary , Alberta
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Produced, wrote, and directed documentary and series content for prominent Canadian and US broadcasters, including Food Network, Cooking Channel, CTV, Love Nature, Global, and Telus Optik TV
- Managed content production from concept to completion
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management for productions
- Crafted engaging scripts tailored to target audiences
- Cultivated and maintained professional client relationships
- Led and managed production teams of varying sizes
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Broadcast
Mount Royal University
Calgary, Canada 04.2001 -
Certificate - Systematic Creative Thinking
Imperial College London
London, England 04.2001 -
Certificate - Creative Direction
Domestika
Vienna, Austria 04.2001 -
Skills
Creative Director
Content Creation
Producer
Director
Leadership
Art Direction
Copywriting
Creative Writing
Team Management
Creative & strategic thinker
Communication Skills
Budget management
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Premiere Pro
Photography Direction
Creative team leadership
Design leadership
Personal Information
Nationality: Canadian
Languages
English
Native language
German
Intermediate
B1
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Creative Director
epitome
03.2024 - Current
Producer, Director, Writer, Voice Actor
Red Bull, Breitling, Audi, KTM
01.2018 - Current
Executive Producer
Red Bull Media House
05.2015 - 12.2017
Producer, Director, Writer
Pyramids Productions
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Broadcast
Mount Royal University
04.2001 -
Certificate - Systematic Creative Thinking
Imperial College London
04.2001 -
Certificate - Creative Direction
Domestika
04.2001 -
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