The Drum launches 'People on the Move'
The Drum has launched its new online People on the Move section which keeps you up to date with all the movers and shakers in creative marketing sector.
RLA Group was one of the first agencies to take advantage of the new tool and below we take a look at some of its most recent recruits.
ALEXANDRA THOMAS, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT MANAGER
What company did you last work for?
Prior to rla, I worked for Strattons; an advertising, design and online agency specialising in luxury accounts.
What was your first industry job?
I landed an entry-level marketing position with one of the UKs leading construction companies. I provided day-to-day support to marketing managers, and with it being a construction company, also learnt how to make a cracking cup of tea!
What would be your specialist subject on Mastermind?
Ooh, I'd choose something so obscure they'd have trouble finding anything out about it! Eighteenth century gardening techniques perhaps?
Who is your favourite fictional character?
Without doubt, James Bond. The guy’s been going since 1953 and is still the coolest guy I know!
Do you have a hidden talent, and if so what is it?
I don’t know, it's still hiding.
AUSTIN WELLS, PRODUCTION DIRECTOR
What company did you last work for?
Austin Wells Design Limited
What was your first industry job?
Apprentice Compositor
What would be your specialist subject on Mastermind?
Blood Meridian or the Evening Redness in the West
Who is your favourite fictional character?
Bernie Gunther
Do you have a hidden talent, and if so what is it?
Avoiding questions about hidden talents.
NATHAN GARNER, SENIOR DESIGNER
What company did you last work for?
Austin Wells Design Limited a small creative agency in Bournemouth as Creative Director.
What was your first industry job?
Computer operator using a Apple Macintosh IICX back in the day when you could fit a few artwork jobs on a floppy!
What would be your specialist subject on Mastermind?
Red Wine from the Southern Hemisphere.
Who is your favourite fictional character?
John Taylor - private detective from the Nightside series of books by Simon R Green.
Do you have a hidden talent, and if so what is it?
Climbing mountains and drinking cider at the top.
What company did you last work for?
I previously worked for Zurich Insurance plc in the broker marketing department. I worked with various business areas to produce online and offline campaigns to increase the number of products sold by brokers. I had worked in the financial services industry for a few years so it was a big aim of mine break into a new area of marketing.
What was your first industry job?
My first job in marketing was working for a company called Go Business Mortgages. They were very driven and had a very fast-paced work ethic. As well as this I dealt with big monthly marketing spends so it was a steep learning curve for me! I wouldn't have change it though as it really kick started my career and we worked closely with Southampton FC so that was a bonus for me.
What would be your specialist subject on Mastermind?
I must admit it would be recycling. I know it sounds boring but I feel really responsible for trying to 'do my bit' for the environment. It was drummed into me back in school and I just really latched on to it. My friends and family actually think I'm a bit obsessed!
Who is your favourite fictional character?
It would have to be DCI Tom Barnaby from Midsomer Murders. He never fails to amuse. It's great the way he is so dedicated to his job but seems to be completely unfazed by the amount of murders which occur in his tiny village. With his old gentlemen ways, it's a guaranteed giggle for me.
Do you have a hidden talent, and if so what is it?
Unfortunately I haven't discovered one yet...
To see more new recruits from agencies throughout the UK, including their contact details, social media links and individual profiles, visit thedrum.co.uk/appointments. Or, to post your own appointment story, go to thedrum.co.uk/appointments/post-an-appointment.