My name is Brett Essman.
With over 15 years of experience, I excel at solving problems for clients of all sizes. I'm an idea-first creative, proactively delivering solutions before they're requested. My personal motto is "get shit done."
Outside of work, I coach my two sons' basketball teams. This has been a masterclass in leadership, tenacity, bringing out the best in people, and working with what you've got.
Also, I love Oreos (not double stuffed, the OGs).
Where I've Learned
Preston Spire // Creative Director // June 2023-
Associate Creative Director // May 2022-May 2023
Decker // Creative Director // Sept 2021-May 2022
Periscope // Sr. Art Director // Aug 2014-Sept 2021
Martin|Williams // Art Director // Feb 2012-Aug 2014
The VIA Agency // Art Director // Dec 2011-Feb 2012
Havas // Art Director // Apr 2011-Nov 2011
FCB // Associate Art Director //Apr 2010-Apr 2011
Brainco // Art Direction
St. Cloud State University // Advertising/Marketing
Recognition
One Show
D&AD
Communication Arts
The Webby Awards
Ad Age Probono Campaign of the Year
Clio’s
Graphis
Archive
Muse Creative Awards
Effie's
Digiday
Radio Mercury Finalist x 2
Campaign Power of Purpose Awards Finalist
National Addy’s
The Show - Minneapolis
Connecticut Ad Club
Rad Dad - 10 years running
Press
Ad Age/Creativity Editor’s Pick x 2
Muse by Clio
Campaign Live
The Drum
Adweek
New York Times
Fast Company
Ads of the World
Design Taxi
Forbes
SyFy
Collider
Fox9
Man Made - 20 Men You Should Follow on Pinterest
Judging
NY Festivals
The Hatch Awards
AdForum PHNX Awards
Brands
