I’m an ad writer and campaign crafter. I specialize in concepting “the big idea” and everything that follows. With a focus on digital, I write paid social ads, banner ads, scripts, emails, and web pages. I have a keen eye for strategy. I have extensive graphic design experience. I play well with others. And all I want to do now is make good work with good people. Let’s chat.
email: chu.stephen2015@gmail.com
“A circle of squares is what shaped us”
Professional Experience
Arc Worldwide
Senior Copywriter | September 2022 - Present
Bravo Group | Remote
Senior Copywriter | November 2020 - August 2022
Creative lead across a variety of client categories including healthcare, education, energy/infrastructure, and advocacy work.
Madwell | Brooklyn, NY
Copywriter | September 2018 - September 2020
Writer on the Visible phone service account. Projects include paid digital media, radio scripts, OOH, print, experiential, and social.
Mineral.io | New York, NY
Freelance Copywriter | March 2018 - September 2018
Crafted and developed lifestyle and nurture email campaigns that built brand equity and created customer loyalty.
Ogilvy & Mather | New York, NY
Copywriter | June 2016 - January 2018
Wrote and crafted campaigns for British Airways, American Airlines, IHG Rewards Club, PetSmart, Showtime, Gerber, Starbucks, Jägermeister, Vitamin Water, BabyNes, S.Pellegrino, Acqua Panna, and Perrier.
Quantum Graphics | Newport Beach, CA
Lead Graphic Designer | 2006 - 2015
Designed banners, trade show signage, brochures, business cards, posters, and logos. Worked directly with clients to achieve
marketing needs through one-on-one consultations.
Education
UX Content Collective
Currently studying UX Writing
San Diego Portfolio Studio, San Diego CA
Copywriting Program
Art Direction Program
Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte NC
Advertising and Graphic Design
Awards and Accolades
Cannes Lions Shortlist - Communications – Outdoor Lions
Silver Telly Award - General – Non-Broadcast
Gold Award in the Graphis New Talent Annual
Silver National ADDY in the American Advertising Awards
(3) Silver ADDYs in the District American Advertising Awards
(2) Silver ADDYs in the San Diego American Advertising Awards
(3) Bronze ADDYs in the San Diego American Advertising Awards
Merit Award in the Graphis New Talent Annual
Winning submission for the 3% Conference poster contest
Winner of the Big Ad Gig Contest - Ogilvy internship opportunity
Featured in Lürzer's International Archive
Featured on Modern Copywriter