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Chris Beresford-Hill

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Chris Beresford-Hill is the Chief Creative Officer of BBDO North America, one of the most storied and awarded creative agencies in the world. He is widely recognized for producing culturally impactful advertising that resonates across traditional and digital media, with a particular strength in crafting campaigns that earn earned media attention and social amplification — a critical skill in the modern AdTech-influenced media landscape. His work consistently demonstrates an understanding of how creative must perform across programmatic environments, social platforms, and premium media alike. Beresford-Hill rose through the creative ranks at BBDO, building a reputation for bold, idea-driven work for major brands including AT&T, PepsiCo, and others. His creative philosophy emphasizes the intersection of culture, humor, and human insight, which has made him a sought-after voice on how brands can break through in an increasingly fragmented and algorithmically driven media environment. He has been instrumental in shaping BBDO's creative output during a period of significant transformation in how advertising is bought, targeted, and measured. Beyond his agency role, Beresford-Hill is a recognized industry voice on the evolving relationship between creativity and technology, including how data-driven targeting and programmatic delivery affect creative strategy. He has spoken at major industry events and contributed to conversations about maintaining creative quality and brand safety in automated media buying ecosystems.

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Role
Chief Creative Officer, North America
Company
Based
New York, New York, United States
Connections
1
Years in industry
18 years

Bio

Chris Beresford-Hill is the Chief Creative Officer of BBDO North America, one of the most storied and awarded creative agencies in the world. He is widely recognized for producing culturally impactful advertising that resonates across traditional and digital media, with a particular strength in crafting campaigns that earn earned media attention and social amplification — a critical skill in the modern AdTech-influenced media landscape. His work consistently demonstrates an understanding of how creative must perform across programmatic environments, social platforms, and premium media alike. Beresford-Hill rose through the creative ranks at BBDO, building a reputation for bold, idea-driven work for major brands including AT&T, PepsiCo, and others. His creative philosophy emphasizes the intersection of culture, humor, and human insight, which has made him a sought-after voice on how brands can break through in an increasingly fragmented and algorithmically driven media environment. He has been instrumental in shaping BBDO's creative output during a period of significant transformation in how advertising is bought, targeted, and measured. Beyond his agency role, Beresford-Hill is a recognized industry voice on the evolving relationship between creativity and technology, including how data-driven targeting and programmatic delivery affect creative strategy. He has spoken at major industry events and contributed to conversations about maintaining creative quality and brand safety in automated media buying ecosystems.

Career

  • Executive Creative Director

    BBDO New York · 2015-2020

  • Senior Creative Director

    BBDO New York · 2012-2015

  • Creative Director

    BBDO New York · 2009-2012

Expertise & education

Expertise

Brand AdvertisingCreative StrategySocial Media AdvertisingIntegrated Campaign DevelopmentDigital AdvertisingEarned Media StrategyCreative EffectivenessCross-Platform Storytelling

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree, Communications/Advertising (specific institution not publicly confirmed)

Speaking topics

The future of creativity in a data-driven advertising worldHow to make advertising that earns cultural attentionBrand storytelling across fragmented mediaCreativity and technology intersection

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Elevated to Chief Creative Officer of BBDO North America, overseeing creative output across one of the largest agency networks in the US
  • Led creative on multiple Cannes Lions-winning campaigns for major global brands
  • Recognized as one of advertising's leading creative voices during the industry's digital transformation era

Awards

Cannes Lions (multiple, via BBDO campaigns)Clio Awards (multiple)One Show Awards (multiple)D&AD Awards (multiple)
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