Sam Shepherd
About Sam Shepherd
Sam Shepherd serves as the Chief Creative Officer at Uncommon Creative Studio, bringing extensive experience from his previous roles at notable agencies such as Leo Burnett and 360i. He is recognized for his innovative work, including award-winning campaigns and contributions to social advocacy.
Current Position at Uncommon Creative Studio
Sam Shepherd serves as the Chief Creative Officer at Uncommon Creative Studio, a role he has held since 2023. In this position, he oversees creative direction and strategy, contributing to the studio's innovative projects and campaigns. His leadership aims to enhance the studio's reputation in the competitive advertising landscape.
Previous Experience at Leo Burnett
Before joining Uncommon Creative Studio, Sam Shepherd worked at Leo Burnett as the Executive Vice President and Global Executive Creative Director from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure in Chicago, he led the agency to win Agency of the Year honors and secured significant global accounts, including Powerade and Maker’s Mark.
Career at 360i
Sam Shepherd was the Executive Creative Director at 360i from 2017 to 2020 in New York. He played a pivotal role in the agency's success, including achieving its first Cannes Grand Prix win for the HBO Westworld 'The Maze' activation. This project was notable for its immersive gaming experience using Amazon Alexa.
Educational Background
Sam Shepherd studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications from 2005 to 2009. During his time at the university, he was recognized as an All-Ivy League athlete, competing in Track and Field as a two-sport Division 1 athlete.
Notable Achievements
Throughout his career, Sam Shepherd has received numerous accolades, including two D&AD Black Pencils and an Emmy nomination. He has been named twice in Business Insider's 30-under-30 list. His work on 'The Drinkable Book' was recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the best inventions of the year. Additionally, he has won 12 Grand Prix awards, with 'The Lost Class' for Change the Ref being one of the most awarded ideas of all time.