Ian Bush
About Ian Bush
Ian Bush is a Strategy Director at ADVOC8, with a diverse background in advertising and strategy development. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Momentum Worldwide and Colle McVoy, and possesses a dual concentration in Creative and Strategic Advertising.
Current Role at ADVOC8
Ian Bush serves as the Strategy Director at ADVOC8, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he is responsible for leading strategic initiatives and developing advertising strategies that align with client goals. His role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure effective campaign execution and market positioning.
Previous Experience in Advertising
Before joining ADVOC8, Ian Bush accumulated significant experience in the advertising sector. He worked at Momentum Worldwide as a Senior Strategist from 2019 to 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Prior to that, he held positions at Colle McVoy as an Insight Strategist from 2017 to 2019 and at The PARAGRAPH Project as a Junior Strategist in 2016. His diverse roles have contributed to his expertise in strategy development.
Educational Background in Advertising
Ian Bush studied at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he earned a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Advertising with a dual concentration in Creative and Strategic Advertising from 2011 to 2015. He also attended West Virginia University for a year, focusing on Advertising. This educational foundation has equipped him with a well-rounded perspective in the field.
Diverse Professional Background
Ian Bush has a varied professional background that extends beyond advertising. He worked as a Project Estimator at Fort Myer Construction Company from 2011 to 2013 and completed a legal internship at the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court in 2014. His transition from a legal intern to a career in advertising demonstrates his adaptability and diverse skill set.
Early Career Experience
Ian Bush began his career in advertising as a Strategy Intern at Big River in 2015 for four months. He also gained experience as an Advertising Intern at Virginia Commonwealth University from 2012 to 2013. These early roles laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in the advertising industry.