Ian Bates (Creative Director)

Ian Bates

About

With a strong background in delivering work that builds brands, Ian is a multi-award-winning creative who has brought his relentless enthusiasm and skills to a range of blue-chip brands across a number of sectors, including Nissan, Barclaycard, AXA Sun Life, Glenmorangie and Aviva.

His passion has ignited the many creative teams he has led over the years. He’s also championed the integration of disciplines such as social, digital experience and content into traditional creative structures.

He is the former Vice Chair of the DMA Agency Council, a member of the DMA Grand Prix panel and a judge for D&AD, DMA, CIMTiG and BIMA.