Ben Callis joins storytelling agency to signal new creative direction

Prior to this, Callis was group creative director at Huge, and before that creative director at Sapient Nitro where he took on the challenge of integrating creative ideas into the heart of technology. In his four years at Sapient he developed award-winning work for a roster of big brand clients including, Converse, Footlocker, Ladbrokes and McLaren Automotive.

He commented on the appointment: “Aesop is one of the few creative agencies that I feel is genuinely integrated. Their ethos of ‘creativity powered by narrative thinking’ gives them a freedom of approach and an edge that is difficult to find in most agencies – true end-to-end capability. I want to further drive and develop the creative approach and output of the agency – producing award winning multi-platform experiences that better engage the increasingly fragmented way people consume the world and connect audiences with brands on a cultural level.”

Roger Hart, chief executive at Aesop Agency, noted: “Ben has an impressive track record with an inherent understanding and passion for storytelling with the ability and experience to bring those stories to life across multiple platforms and media. He is a creative through-and-through with an unerring ability to spot and nurture talent. Finding the right executive creative director is a critical hire for us and with Ben we have found someone who ticks all the boxes. We are delighted to welcome him to Aesop.”

Callis will supervise the Aesop studio and will have overall responsibility for all creative output. His appointment bolsters a creative team, broadening the capabilities for both new and existing clients.

Aesop's current clients include Clipper Teas, HBO, HSBC and A2 milk.