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Chris Beresford-Hill

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Chris Beresford-Hill is one of the most celebrated creative leaders in American advertising, serving as Chief Creative Officer, North America at BBDO. Known for work that blends cultural insight with craft, he has helped shape some of the most talked-about campaigns in recent memory for major global brands. His creative vision has earned recognition at virtually every major advertising awards show, cementing his reputation as a defining voice in contemporary advertising. Beresford-Hill rose through the creative ranks at BBDO New York before ascending to his current North America-wide remit. His tenure has been marked by high-profile work for clients including AT&T and other flagship BBDO accounts, with campaigns that have performed strongly at Cannes Lions, the Clios, the Andy Awards, and beyond. He is widely regarded as a creative operator who combines commercial effectiveness with genuine artistic ambition. Beyond his agency role, Beresford-Hill is an active presence in the broader industry, participating in awards juries and creative forums. His influence extends through the creative talent he has developed and the standard of work he has championed across BBDO's North American network.

Last updated Oct 11, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
Chief Creative Officer, North America
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Based
New York, New York, United States
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Years in industry
18 years

Bio

Chris Beresford-Hill is one of the most celebrated creative leaders in American advertising, serving as Chief Creative Officer, North America at BBDO. Known for work that blends cultural insight with craft, he has helped shape some of the most talked-about campaigns in recent memory for major global brands. His creative vision has earned recognition at virtually every major advertising awards show, cementing his reputation as a defining voice in contemporary advertising. Beresford-Hill rose through the creative ranks at BBDO New York before ascending to his current North America-wide remit. His tenure has been marked by high-profile work for clients including AT&T and other flagship BBDO accounts, with campaigns that have performed strongly at Cannes Lions, the Clios, the Andy Awards, and beyond. He is widely regarded as a creative operator who combines commercial effectiveness with genuine artistic ambition. Beyond his agency role, Beresford-Hill is an active presence in the broader industry, participating in awards juries and creative forums. His influence extends through the creative talent he has developed and the standard of work he has championed across BBDO's North American network.

Expertise & education

Expertise

Creative LeadershipBrand AdvertisingIntegrated CampaignsTelevision AdvertisingCultural MarketingCreative StrategyAwards Jury Leadership

Speaking topics

Creative leadershipBrand storytellingThe future of advertising creativity

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Elevated BBDO's creative reputation across North America as CCO
  • Led campaigns recognized at Cannes Lions, Clio Awards, and the Andy Awards
  • Developed high-profile work for major global brands including AT&T

Awards

Cannes Lions recognitionClio Awards recognitionAndy Awards recognition
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