JWT promotes Lam to creative director role

JWT Sydney has promoted John Lam, previously associate creative director and group head on Nestle, to the position of creative director.

In his new role, Lam will have a broader remit across all of the accounts and be responsible for mentoring of young talent.

“Johnnie has been a real asset to JWT for a long time now and it’s only right that we recognise the contribution he’s made to the place,” says executive creative director Angus Hennah.

Adds executive creative director Mark Harricks: “Since I’ve come on board I’ve been impressed with John’s enthusiasm for the work and the culture of the place – he leads by example.”

Lam said he was excited about the opportunity to broaden his responsibilities: “And, if I can go some way to inspire the young creatives coming up, I’ll be happy,” he said.