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ADAM&EVEDDB WELCOME CHARLOTTE UPTON AND CALLUM MCDONALD.
7 September 2023

New Zealand creatives Charlotte Upton and Callum McDonald have traded Auckland for London by joining adam&eveDDB. The pair hit their stride this year with a radio campaign for Skinny, an NZ mobile network who must be sad to see them go.

McDonald notes the historical significance of his arrival: "One hundred and fifty years ago, my ancestors spent six terrifying months sailing from Britain to New Zealand to secure a better life for them and their descendants. It was all for nothing because I'm back to make some ads for the top creative agency in the UK. I'm sure they'd understand."

As for Upton, she says the duo are "ready to learn a lot from the talented folks at adam&eveDDB, ride a Boris bike, and for our accents to become a muddled, confused mess". A few episodes of 'Flight of the Conchords' or 'Wellington Paranormal' a day should slow down the process.



To discuss Charlotte Upton and Callum McDonald further, ring Rachel Geraghty on 07472 393 039 or email rachel.geraghty@adamandeveddb.com.
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