CB Exclusive: Grey Sydney lures ex Joy Sydney CD Chad Mackenzie for creative director role

CB Exclusive – Grey Group Australia, Sydney has appointed former Joy, Sydney CD Chad Mackenzie as creative director.

Mackenzie fills much of the role left vacant after the departure of Jay Furby last year.

An experienced creative with a raft of awards to his name including recognition from Cannes, The One Show, Clio, LIA, New York Festival, World Awards, Promax, AXIS and ADMA, he has worked across a diverse portfolio, including Nike, Subaru, Energizer, SBS, GlaxoSmithKline, HP, Peugeot, Olympus, Audi, Smirnoff and Cadbury Schweppes.

Says Mackenzie: “For me, this is a fantastic opportunity. There’s a genuine drive at Grey to deliver famously effective works, both globally and locally, and I’m excited to be a part of the team which makes that happen. I also get to partner closely with Knox and the team in Melbourne, which is fantastic. Their passion for great ideas is infectious – and so are their drinking habits.”

Mackenzie will work with Paul Worboys, COO of Grey Group Australia, and the growing Sydney team. Says Worboys: “We’re thrilled to have Chad join. I know Chad will bring his passion for creativity, leadership and professionalism to the table.”

Adds Luke Waldren, CEO, Grey Group Australia said, “It’s superb news for us to have someone of Chad’s calibre in our Sydney operation. He will also work across other national projects with Michael Knox, our ECD, and together you couldn’t be in better creative hands. Both top blokes with great track records.”