BBDO Japan names new executive creative director

BBDO Japan has appointed Kazuya Nakajima (pictured) as its new executive creative director. A powerhouse in the creative industry, Nakajima brings an impressive track record of leading groundbreaking campaigns across diverse industries, from mega-brands to healthcare, beauty, and entertainment, according to the release. 

Nakajima’s arrival signals a new chapter for BBDO Japan as the agency continues to redefine creativity and deliver world-class work for brands across the globe.

With a career dedicated to pushing creative boundaries, Nakajima's expertise spans creative direction, digital innovation, design, promotion, and PR—making him a dynamic addition to BBDO Japan’s leadership team.

Prior to BBDO Japan, Nakajima was the senior creative director of Grey Group Japan. Before that, he had helmed the role of creative director at Drill and ADK.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Nakajima shared: "I am honoured to be part of BBDO’s legacy and to join this incredible family. By leveraging my experience and creativity, I aim to elevate our team’s potential, unlock new opportunities, and deliver extraordinary creative work that resonates globally."

Welcoming Nakajima, Kohei Matsui, executive creative director at I&S BBDO, highlighted his impact on the agency’s future: "We were searching for someone who could take our creative ambitions to the next level. With his vast experience and international recognition, Nakajima is the perfect fit. I’m excited to embark on this journey with him to break new creative ground."

Yoshihiro Nagai, president representative director at I&S BBDO, added, "We are delighted to warmly welcome Nakajima to our team. His extensive experience and numerous accolades clearly demonstrate that we are gaining a talented and dynamic leader. We believe that a stack of different types of talent will significantly contribute to BBDO’s mission of solving our clients’ challenges."

MARKETING-INTERACTIVE has reached out to BBDO for more information.

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