Jamie Umpherson
About Jamie Umpherson
Jamie Umpherson serves as the Head of Creative at Runway and has been a National Active Member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences since 2018. With a background in creative direction and writing, Umpherson has contributed to notable campaigns and held various roles in prominent advertising agencies.
Current Role at Runway
Jamie Umpherson serves as the Head of Creative at Runway, a position held since 2022. In this role, Umpherson focuses on exploring innovative storytelling methods and leads creative initiatives at Runway and Runway Studios. The position is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Professional Experience
Umpherson has a diverse background in the creative industry. Prior to joining Runway, Umpherson worked at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies as a Creative Director for one month in 2017. Umpherson also held the position of Associate Creative Director at The Martin Agency from 2016 to 2017, and served as a Senior Writer at the same agency from 2015 to 2016. Other notable roles include Contract Creative Director at Ogilvy & Mather in Spain and Writer positions at Rethink and john st.
Involvement with the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
Since 2018, Jamie Umpherson has been an active National Member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. This involvement spans six years and is based in the Greater New York City Area, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting the television industry.
Educational Background
Jamie Umpherson studied at McMaster University, where a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Communication Studies was achieved. This educational experience took place from 2003 to 2007, providing a foundation for a career in the creative field.
Creative Campaigns and Contributions
Umpherson has led several notable creative campaigns, including global launch campaigns for AAA video games. Additionally, Umpherson turned the US Treasury's celebration of gender equality into a public service announcement advocating for equal pay and created a campaign aimed at protecting the internet from FCC regulations. Work has received attention from media outlets, being described in various ways by Fast Co. and Mashable.