Here’s what people in the industry have to say about me.
“I've had the pleasure of working with Stephen Sheldon at Ogilvy on Suncorp, Cadbury, Football Australia, pitches and more.
I quickly came to rely on his dedication and commitment to each brief. He's a natural presenter who always manages to help elevate the work when selling into clients. He brings ideas to life with his effortless charm, wit and craft. He's also a great contributor to agency culture, has a great sense of humour and is always good to mine for new music. And if that's not enough, just wait til you see his impressive suite of jackets. Confounding how many jackets he has. Truly impressive.”
Ant Simmons
Group Creative Director, Ogilvy Australia
“Absolutely loved my time working with this legend. An ever reliable type who always bring more to the table than asked. He leaves no stone un-turned when tackling creative briefs and know when to fight for good ideas. HIs passion to do well in the industry is refreshing in any creative department, and his social game is strong, making him an ultimate work mate. I'd happily work with him again in a heartbeat."
Rogan Briggs
Creative Director, CHE Proximity
“Steve is a terrific guy and a terrific creative. He works his arse off, leaving no stone unturned in looking for creative solutions. He cares deeply about the work and making a real impact in clients’ businesses. Would work with him again in a flash."
Dom Megna
Executive Creative Director, Spinach
“It has been a pleasure to work with Stephen over the years. Not only has he been successfully building his career in Melbourne’s advertising industry, but he has generously supported the industry at every opportunity including being am AWARD School tutor, mentor, lecturer and judge.
He is positive, kind, and smart, and strive to make the advertising industry better. His mentoring of the next generous of creatives is to be admired. "
Amy Lee
The Communications Council, Award School Victoria State Manager
“For anyone reading this on their website and wondering how sincere these quotes can possibly be, know this: he’s a great creative. Trust me.”
Michael Mulcahy
Creative Director, VML Melbourne
“If you are looking for a creative who is as talented as he is nice, then you can’t look past Steve. In my experience working with him, his passion to create work that works was palpable. For Steve it was never creative for creative’s sake but always about its impact. A refreshing change in a world where creativity can often be an end in itself. Steve is a seasoned but hungry creative and their best work truly lies ahead of him.”
Anuj Mehra
Head of Experience Strategy & Design, BOQ Group
“Absolute bloody legend. Advertising was a scary game when I started AWARD School but Stephen showed me how to be the creative I really wanted to be. He’s a tough critic but I love that about him, he always pushes for better work. I don’t think my book would have looked half as good as it did without him. So, he could probably claim any success I have from now on to be honest. And he probably will. Bastard.”
Hannah Lawson
AWARD School Winner 2019
And one of my students