Dave Padgett is a Creative Director with over 20 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with a wide range of clients. He brings a unique blend of strategic thinking, innovative ideas, and project management expertise to deliver exceptional creative solutions.
Throughout his career, he has spearheaded successful initiatives for renowned brands such as UPS, ESPN, Capital One, BFGoodrich, Ping, Coors Light, Discover Card, Walmart, and many others, achieving remarkable results in brand awareness, impressions, and cost savings. He is passionate about pushing boundaries and creating engaging content across multiple platforms, including digital, social media, TV, print, animation, and video.
As a hands-on leader, he has fostered a collaborative and inclusive work environment, driving continuous improvement and empowering team members to achieve their full potential. He thrives on inspiring creativity and delivering exceptional results aligned with business objectives.
Dave's expertise is not limited to conceptualizing advertising campaigns; he wears multiple hats as a film director, cinematographer, photographer, producer, and editor. This multifaceted background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of visual storytelling, ensuring that every project he undertakes resonates deeply and leaves a lasting impression. His work is not just about creating content—it's about craftsmanship that blends narrative with visuals in a way that captivates, inspires, and leaves audiences yearning for more.
Dave's expertise is not limited to conceptualizing advertising campaigns; he wears multiple hats as a film director, cinematographer, photographer, producer, and editor. This multifaceted background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of visual storytelling, ensuring that every project he undertakes resonates deeply and leaves a lasting impression. His work is not just about creating content—it's about craftsmanship that blends narrative with visuals in a way that captivates, inspires, and leaves audiences yearning for more.
Experience
The Martin Agency, Droga5, Havas Worldwide, Capital One (in-house @TheBrandStudio), Arts & Letters Creative Co, McgarryBowen
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Content Creation, Photography, Cinematography, Directing, Editing, Creative Strategy, Leadership, Mentor
Tools
Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, Framer, Google Workspace, Fuji GFX 50S II, Black Magic 6K Pro
Education
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Portfolio Center - Atlanta
Portfolio Center - Atlanta
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