Advertising’s all about having a strong point of view. So here are some of mine, mostly in no particular order.
Ideas first. Always.
Mustard ought to be criminalized.
When you look at them closely, the best big ideas are actually pretty small.
I’ve never seen the Goonies and by now it’s become a point of pride.
Intelligence and talent are overrated.
Not knowing what you’re doing is underrated.
Learning and listening are rated appropriately, but not practiced enough.
Doing your best is always enough.
Slow is the best speed. And it’s usually the fastest way to get to something good.
Clouds are awesome.
Paul Schrader is a national treasure.
Reading prevents cancer.
When the conditions are correct, advertising is the most fun you could have at work.
Be nice.
Pain don’t hurt.
Surfing is a source.
And if you don’t know what those last three things are referring to, watch more Patrick Swayze movies.
Creativity should be an act of generosity.
Your ego is the most incompetent part of you.
Guys who wear hats after the age of 18 are hiding something.
Enjoy yourself at all costs.
Email took everything from us.
That said, shoot me an email. Let’s make some great advertising together.
Me, the creature.
Resume:
Creative Director/Copywriter @ Freelance
2024-
Creative Director @ Erich & Kallman
2017-2024
Copywriter @ Droga5 NY
2016-2017
Awards:
One Show. Clios. Effies.
patrickhustonnewman@gmail.com - 914.409.2244