Christine Isaac – Creative Director
Christine is a problem solver. She approaches every project with the same objective, to create an idea that resonates and is effective. A big thinker, with a wealth of ideas along with the energy, passion and enthusiasm to see them through. She believes in the power of great creative platforms and is able to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels and meet challenges strategically and diplomatically. Self-motivated and passionate, she takes pride in creating work with heart and humour that leaves you with a smile.
Employment History
2020 – cdco – creative director / co founder
2016 – 2020 – Big Red Group Melbourne – Creative Director
Clients: Renault, BHP, Bunnings Trade, Coles Group & Myer Gift Cards, Medibank, NewsCorp, Yellow.
2015 -2016 – Noisy Beast – Creative Director
Clients: Swisse Wellness, Earth Choice, Swann Motorcycle Insurance.
2011 -2014 – Big Red Group Melbourne – Creative Director
Clients: Target, Flybuys, Liquorland, First Choice, Bupa.
2009 – 2011 – Freelance
Clients: AJF Melbourne – Kathmandu, Hush Puppies, iSelect, The Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix, The Australian Moto GP, The Australian Government. Jalna
2004 – 2008 – The Campaign Palace Melbourne – Creative Director
Clients: Target, National Foods (now Lion Dairy & Drinks), Origin Energy, Jeans West, Tetley, Australian Government, Quit.
1993-2003 – Clemenger BBDO Melbourne – including – BBDO New York in 2000
Clients: Just Jeans, Sancella (Libra and TENA), Toyworld, Twinnings, Masterfoods (Starburst, My Dog), Handee Paper Towel, Purex, Lattina, Old El Paso, Dulux, SIDS&kids, St Johns Ambulance, RSPCA, HBA/BUPA, Yellow Pages, RACV, Sovereign Hill
Education
2019 – Correcting Unconscious Bias with Anne Miles
2018 – Leader Focus – Hogan Assessment2010 – Screenwriting for Film AFTRS
2003 – Dov S-S Simen’s Hollywood Film School – VCA
2003 – Comedy Writing Course – Victoria University.
2002 – Linda Aronsons Screenwriting Workshop, Open Channel.
2001 – Caxton Workshop – Blue Mountains NSW
1999 – Shortlisted for Tropnest.
1998 – Presentation Skills Workshop.
1998 – Caxton Workshop – Coolum QLD.
1998 – Interactive Multi – Media Course AFTRS.
1997 – Folio workshop.
1996 – Radio Writers Workshop.
1996 – Val Morgan Scholarship Cannes Lions – Young Lions.
1995 – Copyschool.
1994 – Producers course Open Channel.
1994 – Avid Editing, Screenwriting AFTRS.
1993 – AFA Intern Clemenger Melbourne.
1990-1991 – University of Oregon USA
1988-1992 – LaTrobe University. BA, Dip Ed, Grad Dip.
Associated Advertising Activity
2019 – Mumbrella Automotive Summit
2017 – Mumbrella 360
2016 – AWARD Judge – Radio Jury
2007 – Best Ads on TV – Guest Judge.
2006 – The Ad Age – Judge.
2006 – Siren Awards – Judge.
2006 – AFA 25 Years of Advertising – Panelist.
2004 – Award School tutor.
2003 – TV Judge for Adelaide Advertising Awards.
1999 – MADC Mentor Scheme.
1998 – Award School tutor.
Advertising Industry Awards
Cannes Lions, D&AD, One Show, Clio, Kinsale, Loerie, Mobius, London International, AWARD, MADC, The Work, Siren.