Jason Williams has been promoted to the newly created role of chief creative officer, Leo Burnett Australia

Williams, who is currently executive creative director of Leo Burnett Melbourne, has made more than decade-long contribution to the business. His new national position will enable Leo Burnett to continue to build and use its creative capabilities across Australia.

Jason Williams

Melinda Geertz, chief executive officer of Leo Burnett Australia, commented, “Our two Australian offices are among the best agencies in the world, and together we are a force to be reckoned with. It makes sense for us to fully leverage our connected creative firepower.

“Jason is a highly respected, talented and innovative creative leader. He has been instrumental to Leo Burnett’s creative and broader business success for more than a decade.”

Williams will continue to lead the Melbourne creative operations as chief creative officer, and he will work with Sydney’s joint executive creative directors, Grant McAloon and Vince Lagana.

“It’s an honour to take on this role. I’m looking forward to working more closely with Grant and Vince, two of the absolute best in the business. Together, we’ll continue to build our creativity and innovation, and create powerful business platforms for our clients,” Williams commented.