Jack Morton appoints new chief creative officer

Jack Morton has announced Shelley Elkins as its new chief creative officer. Elkins was promoted from her role of SVP, executive creative director. In her new role, she will be responsible for steering the agency’s creative vision globally which includes chairing Jack Morton’s Creative Council of senior creative leaders from across the world.

During her time at the agency, Elkins has won many industry awards including Clios, Reggies, EX and PRO awards for clients such as Covergirl, Charmin and M&M’s. She’s also been instrumental in securing new business wins including American beer brand MillerCoors, which recently named Jack Morton lead agency for experiential, sports, music and entertainment marketing.

“Shelley is an exceptional and inspiring storyteller. Her proven track record for creating extraordinary brand experiences coupled with her infectious energy and passion made her a natural fit for the role,” said Josh McCall, chairman & CEO, Jack Morton.

Elkins will continue to be based out of Chicago and will report to Julian Pullan, vice chairman and president international.