After 8 years Scott Lambert farewells DraftFCB Melbourne – Matt Garbutt promoted to CD

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scott3.jpgAfter eight years as creative director of DRAFTFCB, Melbourne, Scott Lambert (pictured top) has decided that it is time for something new.

As a result, the agency has promoted senior copywriter Mat Garbutt (pictured bottom) to creative director.

Lambert told CB: “I was given a wonderful opportunity eight years ago to take the creative reins at FCB. In that time, I have had a great time working with some fabulous people, created lifetime friendships and produced work that I am extremely proud of.”

Screen shot 2010-03-30 at 4.55.00 PM.pngInterestingly, his career so far has unfolded in blocks of eight years (prior to arriving in Melbourne, Scott had worked for eight years in Singapore).

“Maybe it is the eight-year itch, but something is telling me that it is time to once again leap into the unknown. The prospect of a new challenge, a new network, and possibly a new country, excites me. By leaving in this way, I can pursue opportunities openly.”

“I would like to thank Andrew Scott, for the opportunity he gave Mark Ringer and I eight years ago, Christine Barnes for her wonderful support and friendship and Greg Eichmann for his understanding”.

Lambert will be phasing out his CD role over the coming weeks.