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Robert Wong

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Robert Wong is best known as the co-founder and longtime Chief Creative Officer of Google Creative Lab, the internal creative studio responsible for some of Google's most iconic campaigns, product launches, and brand storytelling initiatives. Under his leadership, the Lab became a globally recognized force in blending technology with creative expression, producing work that influenced how the broader advertising and technology industries think about digital storytelling, brand identity, and human-centered design. His work helped establish Google not just as a technology company but as a cultural and creative institution. Wong's career trajectory took him from traditional advertising roots — including senior creative roles at agencies — to becoming one of the most prominent creative voices inside a major technology platform. At Google Creative Lab, he oversaw landmark projects including the 'Parisian Love' Super Bowl ad, the Chrome 'Dear Sophie' campaign, and numerous product launch films that garnered widespread critical acclaim and industry recognition. His approach consistently prioritized emotional resonance and narrative craft within technology-driven contexts, a philosophy that influenced a generation of brand marketers and creative technologists. Beyond his work at Google, Wong has been a prominent speaker and thought leader on the intersection of creativity, technology, and advertising. He has appeared at major industry events and has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to advertising and design. His influence extends into the AdTech ecosystem through his advocacy for purposeful, human-centered creative work as a counterbalance to purely data-driven advertising approaches.

Last updated Jul 10, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
Chief Creative Officer / Co-Founder
Company
Google Creative Lab
Based
New York, New York, United States
Years in industry
25 years

Bio

Robert Wong is best known as the co-founder and longtime Chief Creative Officer of Google Creative Lab, the internal creative studio responsible for some of Google's most iconic campaigns, product launches, and brand storytelling initiatives. Under his leadership, the Lab became a globally recognized force in blending technology with creative expression, producing work that influenced how the broader advertising and technology industries think about digital storytelling, brand identity, and human-centered design. His work helped establish Google not just as a technology company but as a cultural and creative institution. Wong's career trajectory took him from traditional advertising roots — including senior creative roles at agencies — to becoming one of the most prominent creative voices inside a major technology platform. At Google Creative Lab, he oversaw landmark projects including the 'Parisian Love' Super Bowl ad, the Chrome 'Dear Sophie' campaign, and numerous product launch films that garnered widespread critical acclaim and industry recognition. His approach consistently prioritized emotional resonance and narrative craft within technology-driven contexts, a philosophy that influenced a generation of brand marketers and creative technologists. Beyond his work at Google, Wong has been a prominent speaker and thought leader on the intersection of creativity, technology, and advertising. He has appeared at major industry events and has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to advertising and design. His influence extends into the AdTech ecosystem through his advocacy for purposeful, human-centered creative work as a counterbalance to purely data-driven advertising approaches.

Career

  • Chief Creative Officer & Co-Founder

    Google Creative Lab · 2006-2018

  • Senior Creative Director

    Various Advertising Agencies · Prior to 2006

Expertise & education

Expertise

Brand StorytellingCreative TechnologyDigital AdvertisingVideo AdvertisingBrand IdentityHuman-Centered DesignContent MarketingProduct Launch Campaigns

Education

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts, York University

Speaking topics

Creativity and TechnologyThe Future of Brand StorytellingHuman-Centered AdvertisingBuilding Creative Culture Inside Technology CompaniesThe Role of Emotion in Digital Advertising

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Co-founded Google Creative Lab, which became one of the most influential internal creative studios in the technology industry
  • Oversaw 'Parisian Love,' widely regarded as one of the most emotionally resonant digital ads ever made, aired during Super Bowl XLIV
  • Led the 'Dear Sophie' Chrome campaign, which won numerous industry awards and became a benchmark for emotional technology advertising
  • Helped establish Google's global brand voice and creative identity across advertising and product communications

Awards

Cannes Lions — Multiple Gold Lions for Google Creative Lab campaignsD&AD Awards — Multiple recognitions for Google creative workOne Show — Pencil awards for digital and film advertisingWebby Awards — Multiple recognitions

Publications

  • Various interviews and essays in Wired, Fast Company, and AdAge on creativity and technology