Leo Burnett Melbourne hires GPY&R’s Luc Wiesman to head digital
Former head of digital strategy at George Patterson Y&R, Luc Wiesman has been appointed to digital head at Leo Burnett Melbourne.
Over the past ten years Wiesman has worked on accounts for Schweppes, Cadbury, the Australian Defence Force and the AFL.
At Leo Burnett his accounts will include Seek, 7-Eleven, Nintendo, Giant and General Mills.
Jason Williams, the agency’s ECD said: “I felt dubious about hiring a redhead, but we know Luc’s got great digital expertise. Most importantly, he understands the importance of ideas and technology working together.”
Melinda Geertz, CEO, said: “Luc will definitely add fire power. He’s a talented guy with a wealth of expertise and a genuine respect for creativity and ideas. He’s a rare breed and we’re delighted he’s here.”
“Rare breed” as in red head?
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Jason Williams, the agency’s ECD said: “I felt dubious about hiring a redhead” – is this meant to be funny?
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Who makes cheap shots at ‘rangers in the PR release? They did pick a winner though – on ya Wiesman!
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Jason Williams if thats as creative as you can get (and trying to be funny) your clients are in deep Sh1t!!…. with your agencies creative offering. Your a tool – you would not say it about an indian guy would you???!!!…….
And yes I am a Ranga and proud to be “one”!……
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He’s not a Ranga, he’s a Ginga! Get it right.
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Also, Melbourne’s very own Scott Schuman.
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