ADAM JAMES BRIDGES
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Design Agency Integrated Manager
Digital - Event - Conference - Exhibition - Experiential - Strategy - 3D
Please explore the site to learn more about Adam, his background and what he has to offer. If you have questions or would like to discuss an opportunity to work together, please get in touch.
ABOUT
My Background
Adam has followed a passion for creativity and design that has led him to work with many countries and cultures around the world.
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Professionally engaged along side some of the industries most respected creative agencies including Weiden + Kennedy, Wolff Olins and Publicis Groupe.
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Adam has Project Managed projects in key strategic locations such as New York, Chicago, Hong Kong, Russia, Qatar, Dubai, Helsinki, Mexico and London.
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This is for clients such as Puma, Nokia, Barclays, Qatari Diar, Hamad Medical Corporation, Qatar Airways and Dubai Road Traffic Authority.
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As a natural born innovator, Adams passion has continuously driven him to expand his knowledge, thus his experience and international industry relationships.
Adam has strong and diverse experience in creative communications.
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Keep exploring the site to learn more information about how you could enrich consumer engagement together.
MY EXPERIENCE
Across the Board
As a professional in my field, I’ve had the opportunity to hold a variety of roles in many different companies throughout the years.
Take a look below to learn more about my background and experience.
AGENCY - PUBLICIS MMG
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ROLE - AGENCY PROJECT MANAGEMENT LEAD
January 2013 - December 2017
As Project Lead my role involved the management of the logistical and operational aspects of a wide variety of projects and events.
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Venue scoping, time planning, budget management through to complete event production delivery.
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- The First Middle Eastern Conference for medical improvement in Healthcare in conjunction with IHI catered for international speakers and 3000 delegates.
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- A key client requirement was RFID tracking implementation for event zone management.
AGENCY - INSPIRED THINKING GROUP
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ROLE - AGENCY DESIGN AND PRODUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
January 2011Â - December 2013
Whilst at Inspired Thinking Group I worked with international brands to deliver production solutions for our clients. I worked with our creative and artwork departments to produce creative work that is on trend and connects the client’s message with the specific target market. I worked closely with our clients and professionals across our group to deliver solutions on time and trend. This ranged from TTL and BTL campaigns using press, direct mail, large-format print and advertorials.
-Since being introduced to the Puma account I did increase studio service value to the client and added sustainable growth to the account. This more than quadrupled account turnover and GP in 5 months (evidence available).
AGENCY - VITAL MARKETING
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ROLE - GLOBAL DESIGN PRODUCTION MANAGER
January 2008Â - December 2010
At Vital I worked with a range of key blue-chip clients such as Barclays and Nokia to execute the design and installation of high-technology marketing initiatives. Utilizing techniques that would get brands noticed ahead of their competition. I was also a central point for studio production, direction and management. I interpreted briefs from our London Office and clients and ensured that creatives and art workers were well informed and designing to complement production methods.
- Projects managed and delivered in Helsinki, New York, Chicago, Moscow, London, Hong Kong and Mexico City.
AGENCY - CREATIVE AND BRAND
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ROLE - PROJECT MANAGER
Appointed by Creative and Brand I operated along side the Institute of Directors and leading luxury hotels to support brand delivery and service offerings to clients.
- Implementing a boutique flavor and creating an appeal that talked to our clients target demographic in a creatively seductive tone of voice.
January 2006 - December 2008
EDUCATION
My education has not only provided the foundation for the rest of my experiences, but has also made me a lifelong learner who is eager to gain more skills and knowledge. Take a look at my academics below and my speaker system design and photography behind!
OXFORD BROOKESÂ UNIVERSITY
DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION
August 2002 - May 2003
Degree gained in Design and Visual Communications.
Awarded recognition to exhibit at New Designers 2003 at The Business Design Centre London.
Minor in classical and applied Philosophy and Art History
NORTH EAST WORCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
Higher National Diploma gained in 3D Product Design and Interior Architecture
January 2000 - May 2002
STRATFORD UPON AVON COLLEGE
September 1997 - June 2000
Advanced GNVQ gained in Art and Design.
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Life drawing was completed on secondment to St Ives School of Fine Art.
CHIPPING CAMPDEN SCHOOL
September 1992 - June 1997
Through out my journey through Chipping Campden School I developed and achieved my GSCSE's
Summer academy croft graduate, Stratford Upon Avon.
I also privately competed Associated Board of the Royal School of Music Grade 6 Alto Saxaphone.
MY SKILLS
No matter what the role or project, I’m confident in the skills and contacts I bring to the table. Take a look below to learn more about my specific abilities, and feel free to get in touch if you’d like to learn more.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Internationally and career proven I bring adaptability and tenacity to the table. Experience across all cultures and nationalities. I have honed my craft and use a collaboration of all skills including 3D modelling to quickly narrow down client requirements and provide compelling visuals.
DIGITAL CAMPAIGNÂ INTEGRATION
Every physical design needs a digital campaign strategy. I have experience working on multiple integrated campaigns that cut through the line and connect the consumer to a fully integrated user experience. I sit along side the digital campaign development team and have top level discussions with clients and my team regarding full integration and campaign roll out.
CLIENT MANAGEMENT
With years of client management I sit along side clients to support their brand ambition and vision. Forming close relationships with client marketeers to deliver compelling project campaigns beyond expectation (pictured HRH Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani opening an arts engagement program that I developed for Qatar Museums).
3D STUDIO MAX VISUALISATION
Additional prized skills in 3D visualization and Auto Cad. Hard earned and professionally supported. I quickly furnish clients with fast paced visuals when needed to unlock internal budgets and sell in creative concepts with out absorbing studio time.
EVENT MANAGEMENT
As agency lead on Middle Eastern Conferences for in excess of 3500 delegates bringing guest speakers from international locations. Planning, management and detail are critical, along with time management and critical paths. I have supported Dubai Road Traffic Authority, Atkins, Qatar Diar among others with their event marketing delivery.
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
My industry served experience means I can direct studio services and jump into press and media ad booking when needed. As a generalist I also have the skills of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign when needed, earning the respect of the studio.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Being heavily involved in photography from my days at the Croft in Stratford Upon Avon. Retouching and wet room developing through to large format print output. I have directed campaign shoots and supported shoots for Toni and Guy that were ranked in the L oriel colour awards. I was even supported by Fuji film to summit Mt Kilimanjaro for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.
"Every Design Agency creates Project Concepts that must be Project Managed in order to Exist and Engage the Consumer"
Anon
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