BWM Melbourne team continues to grow with three creatives plus head of production hired

Belgiovane Williams Mackay, Melbourne has announced further staff appointments off the back of strong new business and organic growth.

Gus Johnston (left) joins as senior art director after working most recently at DDB and Grey Melbourne. Johnston brings a wealth of experience to the team having worked across a range of clients, from Mercedes Benz to M&Ms.

“Gus is also an accomplished writer, filmmaker, entrepreneur and athlete – we know clients will love his energy and insights,” said BWM managing director Hugh Nairn.

The agency’s creative ranks have also been bolstered by the appointment of copywriter Eric Blakeway and art director Chris Shoolman.

The award-winning creatives have worked extensively across traditional and new media for clients in categories as diverse as toys and power tools.

Also joining the Melbourne team is Ryan Swerdlow as head of production. Swerdlow moves to Melbourne from BWM Sydney.