Josh Budd

At the tender age of six, I clinched a bag of ketchup chips by conjuring the most bone-chilling tale at Pat Matthews' sleepover gathering. From that moment, the art of weaving captivating narratives became my passport to school, my shield against trouble, my access past bouncers, my podium ascent, and thankfully, the gateway to a profession that ignites my fervor.

My narrative owes its existence to a roster of skilled individuals and astute institutions. The craft of screenwriting instilled in me discipline, structure, and resilience in the face of rejection. Segal nurtured my understanding of the essence of craft and the value of trust within a team. Freelancing honed my time management and efficiency skills, while my tenure at Publicis illuminated the intricate pathways of agency culture and the blueprint for triumph. Fjord underscored the potency of strategy and the art of critiquing work, while Cossette endowed me with the prowess of persuasive presentation and the bedrock principles of leadership. The crucible of learning the nuances of being not just a great creative, but an exceptional Creative Director, unfolded at Station X. Leo Burnett offered insights into managing scale, the complexity of North American assignments, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. JWT furnished me with the priceless opportunity to grasp the intricacies of the advertising business from the apex of an award-winning multinational. At No Fixed Address, I imbibed the essence of propelling a spirited startup into a globally-acclaimed multiple Agency of the Year honoree.

Today, I stand on the threshold of an exciting chapter as a participant in the evolution of earned-first storytelling within the expansive North American network at Citizen Relations