Meet the Team
Some are born good and others make good.
Graham
Managing Partner
Research
Bill Bernbach said
“In advertising, not to be different is virtually suicidal”
Bill Bernbach said
“In advertising, not to be different is virtually suicidal”
Philip
Managing Partner
Philip Jones
Managing Partner
Managing Partner
Aidan
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Sarah
Business Director Sarah Adam
Business Director
Where and how long?
• I graduated from Napier University in 1999 with a BA in Marketing Management (Distinction). As a Marketing professional I have worked client side and agency side. Starting out as a trainee in 2004 I have spent the last 14 years working for media planning and buying agencies both in Edinburgh and London and was appointed as Business Director with Spritmedia in February 2018. • • • .
Working with?
I have been lucky enough to work with a whole host of different clients across the UK including SUBWAY UK & Ireland – the World’s largest fast food chain. Over the years I have most notably gained tremendous experience in the Property and Arts & Entertainment sectors working with Quartermile, Miller Homes, Avant Homes, Scottish Opera, Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Dundee Rep Theatre. More recently I have begun working with Cycling Scotland, Glasgow City Council, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the SEC (Scottish Event Campus).
How do you sum yourself up?
A perfectionist
What do you like to do?
I enjoy cooking (I love good food and a fine tipple!) and travel. if I can combine the two then even better!
Who do you admire?
That’s an easy one, my parents
Business Director
Where and how long?
• I graduated from Napier University in 1999 with a BA in Marketing Management (Distinction). As a Marketing professional I have worked client side and agency side. Starting out as a trainee in 2004 I have spent the last 14 years working for media planning and buying agencies both in Edinburgh and London and was appointed as Business Director with Spritmedia in February 2018. • • • .
Working with?
I have been lucky enough to work with a whole host of different clients across the UK including SUBWAY UK & Ireland – the World’s largest fast food chain. Over the years I have most notably gained tremendous experience in the Property and Arts & Entertainment sectors working with Quartermile, Miller Homes, Avant Homes, Scottish Opera, Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Dundee Rep Theatre. More recently I have begun working with Cycling Scotland, Glasgow City Council, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the SEC (Scottish Event Campus).
How do you sum yourself up?
A perfectionist
What do you like to do?
I enjoy cooking (I love good food and a fine tipple!) and travel. if I can combine the two then even better!
Who do you admire?
That’s an easy one, my parents
Hannah
Account Director Hannah Elliott
Account Director
Where and how long?
Hannah graduated from Stirling University in 2003 with a BA Hons degree in Film & Media Studies.In 2005, Hannah joined Spiritmedia as a trainee planner/buyer, progressing to Account Manager and subsequently Account Director
Working with?
I have worked on a wide range of clients across different sectors. From retail to visitor attractions and county councils, clients have included a number of shopping centres, Dobbies Garden Centres, the Continuum Group, Minoan Travel, Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Glasgow City Council.
How do you sum yourself up?
Independent, approachable, quiet, calm (unless pushed).
What do you like to do?
Eating, drinking, socialising, SHOPPING, watching films and live music.
Who do you admire?
Tom Hardy can do no wrong.
Account Director
Where and how long?
Hannah graduated from Stirling University in 2003 with a BA Hons degree in Film & Media Studies.In 2005, Hannah joined Spiritmedia as a trainee planner/buyer, progressing to Account Manager and subsequently Account Director
Working with?
I have worked on a wide range of clients across different sectors. From retail to visitor attractions and county councils, clients have included a number of shopping centres, Dobbies Garden Centres, the Continuum Group, Minoan Travel, Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Glasgow City Council.
How do you sum yourself up?
Independent, approachable, quiet, calm (unless pushed).
What do you like to do?
Eating, drinking, socialising, SHOPPING, watching films and live music.
Who do you admire?
Tom Hardy can do no wrong.
Leigh
Digital Executive
Kerim
Digital Account Manager
Kerim McAteer
Media Planner/Buyer
Where and how long?
In 2012 I graduated from University of Stirling completing my honours degree in Marketing. After working in a diverse range of marketing roles in both Scotland and Turkey, I entered the Spiritrmedia team as a trainee media planner/buyer. Since then I have successfully completed my traineeship and have graduated from Google’s ‘Squared Online’ Digital Marketing Course
Working with?
I work across all media and enjoy working within the education and customer service sectors. I am Digital savvy and have strong commercial awareness of International markets.
How do you sum yourself up?
Highly motivated, friendly and always eager to do a great job!.
What do you like to do?
Basketball addict! I coach, I play, I live basketball
Who do you admire?
Everyone should appreciate A bit of Fry and LaurieContent
Media Planner/Buyer
Where and how long?
In 2012 I graduated from University of Stirling completing my honours degree in Marketing. After working in a diverse range of marketing roles in both Scotland and Turkey, I entered the Spiritrmedia team as a trainee media planner/buyer. Since then I have successfully completed my traineeship and have graduated from Google’s ‘Squared Online’ Digital Marketing Course
Working with?
I work across all media and enjoy working within the education and customer service sectors. I am Digital savvy and have strong commercial awareness of International markets.
How do you sum yourself up?
Highly motivated, friendly and always eager to do a great job!.
What do you like to do?
Basketball addict! I coach, I play, I live basketball
Who do you admire?
Everyone should appreciate A bit of Fry and LaurieContent
Euan
Account Manager
Euan MacNicol
Media Planner/Buyer
Where and how long?
• Graduated in English Literature at University of Glasgow before moving on to an MSc in Marketing.• Volunteered with the Marketing and Communications team at CHAS before taking an internship with smart home technology company Customised.• Joined the Spiritmedia team in August 2014.
Working with?
All types of media but with a particular interest in press, and really enjoy working on campaigns for events. Work experience in communications, hospitality and customer service.
How do you sum yourself up?
Relaxed but hardworking, friendly when well fed, keen to learn and try new things.
What do you like to do?
Watching and occasionally trying to take part in sport, visiting new places, live music and eating.
Who do you admire?
The genius that is Stanley Kubrick.
Media Planner/Buyer
Where and how long?
• Graduated in English Literature at University of Glasgow before moving on to an MSc in Marketing.• Volunteered with the Marketing and Communications team at CHAS before taking an internship with smart home technology company Customised.• Joined the Spiritmedia team in August 2014.
Working with?
All types of media but with a particular interest in press, and really enjoy working on campaigns for events. Work experience in communications, hospitality and customer service.
How do you sum yourself up?
Relaxed but hardworking, friendly when well fed, keen to learn and try new things.
What do you like to do?
Watching and occasionally trying to take part in sport, visiting new places, live music and eating.
Who do you admire?
The genius that is Stanley Kubrick.
Emma
Account Manager Emma Carter
Account Manager
Where and how long?
During my time at university I briefly owned and ran a video shop with my sister. I then graduated with a postgraduate certificate in Teaching and was a secondary school maths teacher for 2 years before taking a change in career direction taking a role as an account assistant at a media buying agency. I worked in the industry for 8 years before going to work for a tech start up. Having missed the industry I now have the position of Account Manager within Spiritmedia.• .
Working with?
I have a number of diverse clients including Glasgow Life, focusing on their Arts and Entertainment, Buccleuch Estates, QD Events, Heriot Watt University, Minoan Travel, Edinburgh International Festival, Portsmouth Grammar School and Foodies Festivals to name a few!
How do you sum yourself up?
Happy, enthusiastic, busy
What do you like to do?
Drama, I occasionally like to act, but my main passion is directing. In partnership with my directing partner, we have produced a number of very well received shows with our group The Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Group. Currently we are working on a stage version of All About My Mother.
Who do you admire?
Oprah. Even with the obstacles she has had to overcome in her life, she has built an empire which inspires others. Also she is a #girlboss inspiration!!
Account Manager
Where and how long?
During my time at university I briefly owned and ran a video shop with my sister. I then graduated with a postgraduate certificate in Teaching and was a secondary school maths teacher for 2 years before taking a change in career direction taking a role as an account assistant at a media buying agency. I worked in the industry for 8 years before going to work for a tech start up. Having missed the industry I now have the position of Account Manager within Spiritmedia.• .
Working with?
I have a number of diverse clients including Glasgow Life, focusing on their Arts and Entertainment, Buccleuch Estates, QD Events, Heriot Watt University, Minoan Travel, Edinburgh International Festival, Portsmouth Grammar School and Foodies Festivals to name a few!
How do you sum yourself up?
Happy, enthusiastic, busy
What do you like to do?
Drama, I occasionally like to act, but my main passion is directing. In partnership with my directing partner, we have produced a number of very well received shows with our group The Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Group. Currently we are working on a stage version of All About My Mother.
Who do you admire?
Oprah. Even with the obstacles she has had to overcome in her life, she has built an empire which inspires others. Also she is a #girlboss inspiration!!
Barbara
Office Angel b> Barbara Dick
Receptionist, Office Angel.
Where and how long?
Barbara started temping at various advertising agencies during years at college and landed a job as receptionist at Harrison Cowley Advertising, then PA to Jim Faulds more or less for the next 20 years (he left me twice in that time). After an extended holiday around the world Barbara worked at Strutt & Parker commercial division for a year. After an enforced ‘career break’ of a couple of years, Barbara was persuaded to join Spiritmedia in 2006 and have been here ever since.
Working with?
Everyone as I answer the phones!
How do you sum yourself up?
Perfect! Always right, never wrong (ironically).
What do you like to do?
Skiing holidays with family and friends. Going to the cinema when something decent is on – Star Wars, Avengers etc. Eating out at decent restaurants. Watching sport on TV, particularly tennis.
Who do you admire?
Andy Murray – for physical and mental strength to reach the top of his game. A superb athlete, not like a footballer prancing around with 10 other guys for 90 minutes!
Receptionist, Office Angel.
Where and how long?
Barbara started temping at various advertising agencies during years at college and landed a job as receptionist at Harrison Cowley Advertising, then PA to Jim Faulds more or less for the next 20 years (he left me twice in that time). After an extended holiday around the world Barbara worked at Strutt & Parker commercial division for a year. After an enforced ‘career break’ of a couple of years, Barbara was persuaded to join Spiritmedia in 2006 and have been here ever since.
Working with?
Everyone as I answer the phones!
How do you sum yourself up?
Perfect! Always right, never wrong (ironically).
What do you like to do?
Skiing holidays with family and friends. Going to the cinema when something decent is on – Star Wars, Avengers etc. Eating out at decent restaurants. Watching sport on TV, particularly tennis.
Who do you admire?
Andy Murray – for physical and mental strength to reach the top of his game. A superb athlete, not like a footballer prancing around with 10 other guys for 90 minutes!
Joyce
Finance Manager Joyce Macdonald
Finance Manager
Where and how long?
Joyce has worked in media for 30 years.In 1988 she started her career as an early employee of the fledgling Faulds Advertising as finance assistant. After a ‘family’ break Joyce returned in 1990.As media finance line manger spanning the finance /media rift valley .In 1999 her role had developed to that of media systems support. Joyce joined Spiritmedia in 2002 .
Working with?
Media systems development for- Kwikfit- Kappa- Daily Record- Budget Stop and Steer - Local Authority Procurement teams
How do you sum yourself up?
Approachable, pragmatic ,fun loving, impatient demanding crabbit, luverly ,person. Couldn’t do without my friends and family.
What do you like to do?
Socialize with family and friends, chill out eating ,entertaining at home.
Who do you admire?
Linda McCartney genuine, take me as you find me person.
Finance Manager
Where and how long?
Joyce has worked in media for 30 years.In 1988 she started her career as an early employee of the fledgling Faulds Advertising as finance assistant. After a ‘family’ break Joyce returned in 1990.As media finance line manger spanning the finance /media rift valley .In 1999 her role had developed to that of media systems support. Joyce joined Spiritmedia in 2002 .
Working with?
Media systems development for- Kwikfit- Kappa- Daily Record- Budget Stop and Steer - Local Authority Procurement teams
How do you sum yourself up?
Approachable, pragmatic ,fun loving, impatient demanding crabbit, luverly ,person. Couldn’t do without my friends and family.
What do you like to do?
Socialize with family and friends, chill out eating ,entertaining at home.
Who do you admire?
Linda McCartney genuine, take me as you find me person.
Stevie
Finance Assistant
Stevie Paterson
Finance Assistant
Where and how long?
Stevie has worked in advertising for 20 years 14 of which have been with Spiritmedia.
Working with?
Multi disciplined media accounting experience .Stevie has seen every trick in the book so watch out!
How do you sum yourself up?
My Deoxyribonucleic acid makes me an individual.
What do you like to do?
Who do you admire?
In a former life Howard Marks or Hunter S Thompson, otherwise Richard Pryor (he was one funny chap!)
Finance Assistant
Where and how long?
Stevie has worked in advertising for 20 years 14 of which have been with Spiritmedia.
Working with?
Multi disciplined media accounting experience .Stevie has seen every trick in the book so watch out!
How do you sum yourself up?
My Deoxyribonucleic acid makes me an individual.
What do you like to do?
Who do you admire?
In a former life Howard Marks or Hunter S Thompson, otherwise Richard Pryor (he was one funny chap!)
Gill
Associate Director
Gill Eatwell
Associate Director
Where and how long?
Gill started her career in 1984 as a receptionist with Ash Gupta Communications Group after the dishwasher at the restaurant where she was waitressing as a lost graduate told her he had a sister who worked in an Ad Agency who was looking for . . . have I said too much? After a frustrating 6 months answering phones she begged for a job in media and 3 years later (it might have been 4) became Media Director. She spent 11 years with Faulds Advertising joining in 1995 as Head of Media Planning and latterly as Media Director She joined Spiritmedia in 2003 as Associate Director
Working with?
Two strong and unrelated areas. Retail and Education. Lots of experience in retail over the years most notably Kwik Fit, British Midland, Dobbies Garden Centres, Sterling Furniture, Royal Bank of Scotland. Understanding of local marketing, its fit with national marketing, catchment and customer analysis. Experience in education sector with 10+ years working with University of Edinburgh Business School and now the wider University account planning international campaigns to prospective PG students
How do you sum yourself up?
Mother and wife, closet workaholic (under check now), hardworking, stressed, impatient and quite grumpy - but mean well
What do you like to do?
I’m really a seamstress at heart and would design and decorate dolls houses if I had time
Who do you admire
Gordon Brown and Ava Gardner
Associate Director
Where and how long?
Gill started her career in 1984 as a receptionist with Ash Gupta Communications Group after the dishwasher at the restaurant where she was waitressing as a lost graduate told her he had a sister who worked in an Ad Agency who was looking for . . . have I said too much? After a frustrating 6 months answering phones she begged for a job in media and 3 years later (it might have been 4) became Media Director. She spent 11 years with Faulds Advertising joining in 1995 as Head of Media Planning and latterly as Media Director She joined Spiritmedia in 2003 as Associate Director
Working with?
Two strong and unrelated areas. Retail and Education. Lots of experience in retail over the years most notably Kwik Fit, British Midland, Dobbies Garden Centres, Sterling Furniture, Royal Bank of Scotland. Understanding of local marketing, its fit with national marketing, catchment and customer analysis. Experience in education sector with 10+ years working with University of Edinburgh Business School and now the wider University account planning international campaigns to prospective PG students
How do you sum yourself up?
Mother and wife, closet workaholic (under check now), hardworking, stressed, impatient and quite grumpy - but mean well
What do you like to do?
I’m really a seamstress at heart and would design and decorate dolls houses if I had time
Who do you admire
Gordon Brown and Ava Gardner
Spirit
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