Fenton Stephens, an independent agency based in Melbourne, has appointed Chris Ellis as their new Executive Creative Director (ECD). Chris, who was previously the Creative Director at Special, brings a wealth of experience and a strong portfolio of work for top brands like Jeep, Specsavers, Virgin, Bonds, Mountain Goat, Woodstock, and Movember. His work has been featured in well-known publications such as The Guardian, Adweek, and Contagious, and has earned recognition at prestigious award shows like D&AD, Cannes, One Show, Clios, and Spikes.
Chris also served as the State Head of AWARD School for two years and has been part of international award juries, including New York Festivals and ADSTARS.
Commenting on his appointment, Alex Fenton, Founding Creative Partner at Fenton Stephens, said, “From the very start, we knew Chris would be a great fit for our team. His work reflects our values of creativity, intelligence, and imagination. His energy and enthusiasm will help us reach new heights as we move into an exciting new phase for Fenton Stephens.”
Chris Ellis expressed his excitement, mentioning his admiration for many influential leaders in the Australian creative industry, saying, “I’ve learned from some of the best in the business, and I’m excited to continue that journey with Alex and the team at Fenton Stephens.”
Chris’s arrival comes at a time when Fenton Stephens is expanding its services, blending creative work with performance marketing to offer a unique, multidisciplinary approach. The agency is set to launch new projects before Christmas and plans a full rebrand in the new year.
CEO Simon Antonis added, “We’ve built a business that combines creative agency, performance marketing, and business consulting. Chris’s proven track record and his ability to deliver effective, award-winning work will be a great asset as we continue to grow and achieve even better results for our clients.”
The appointment of Chris Ellis marks the end of a successful year for Fenton Stephens, with more exciting developments expected in the near future.
