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The Idea Shed appoints John Fairley as design director

The Idea Shed has appointed former dentsu head of design John Fairley as its new design director.

As head of design ANZ at Dentsu Creative, Fairley drove high-profile projects for clients such as American Express, The Iconic, Kmart and NIB. Prior to this he worked in various London agencies, working across graphic design, advertising, branding, and identity design.

At The Idea Shed, Fairley will “leverage his extensive expertise to elevate the agency’s creative output, fostering innovation and delivering impactful, memorable work for their clients”.

John Volckman, Partner and Executive Creative Director at The Idea Shed said: “John operates at the intersection of pure talent and humility — he knows his craft inside out without a hint of ego.

“We’re excited to have someone of his calibre partner with The Idea Shed. John’s work has built many memorable brands, aligning perfectly with our belief that unforgettable brands are built on creativity that converts.

“We’re excited to see the influence he’ll have on our brilliant creative team, driving simplicity and impact to create even more memorable work.”

Fairley said of his appointment: “I’m really excited to be partnering with such a dynamic and forward-thinking agency. The Idea Shed’s commitment to creativity and innovation is something I deeply resonate with.

“Having worked on several projects over the course of this year so far, I’m looking forward to collaborating with this talented team to create impactful and memorable work.”

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