Marketing agency Red Antler appoints Kiser Barnes as Partner and Chief Creative Officer for expansion at a large scale
In a fresh twist, the Brooklyn-based powerhouse agency, Red Antler, welcomed Kiser Barnes as their new partner and chief creative officer. This strategic move is aimed at amplifying the agency's creative prowess, broadening their global partnerships, and burning their creative reputation to an even brighter flame.
Before diving into the deep end with Red Antler, Barnes made waves as the executive vice president and head of design at Digitas. His design wit, honed over the years, paired with a diverse background that saw him raised in west Africa and the Middle East, made him the perfect catch for Red Antler. The agency, established in 2007 by JB Osborne and Emily Heyward, has built its reputation on brand building and design.
Taking on a partner at the top of the food chain wasn't a walk in the park for Osborne and Heyward. Their chemistry as executives was already simmering nicely, but Osborne insisted that meeting Barnes made the hiring decision feel as easy as breathing.
"With Kiser's extensive experience across various types of agencies - he's been in-house, worked at brands, and dabbled in all sorts of design disciplines - it all felt like a match made in creative heaven," Osborne shared with ADWEEK.
Barnes' appointment is expected to propel Red Antler to new heights of success. As the creative head, he's expected to innovate, build strong client relationships, and nurture the creative talent within the agency, ultimately leading to better project execution and client outcomes. While details about his time at Digitas remain scant, his move to Red Antler as a creative leader suggests he brings a wealth of experience to the table, ready to shake things up and elevate Red Antler's creative game.
- Kiser Barnes, the previous executive vice president and head of design at Digitas, has joined Red Antler as a partner and the agency's chief creative officer.
- With Barnes' diverse background and extensive experience across various types of agencies, his appointment is anticipated to take Red Antler to new heights of success.
- The agency, founded by JB Osborne and Emily Heyward in 2007, has built its reputation on brand building and design.
- As the creative head at Red Antler, Barnes will emphasize innovation, strengthen client relationships, and foster the creative talent within the agency, aiming for improved project execution and client outcomes.
