Analysts on WPP results | MullenLowe axes 101 brand | Nando's hires digital agency

 

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Campaign: Agencies August 23, 2017

Analysts on WPP: 'expected bad, got worse' Omar Oakes Business analysts have generally agreed that WPP's half-year earnings fell below expectations given recent market commentary, but have offered mixed guidance going forward. MullenLowe axes 101 brand as buyout completes Omar Oakes MullenLowe London has completed its acquisition of independent creative shop 101 in a move that marks the end of the six-year-old agency brand. WPP slashes revenue forecast as clients cut spend Gideon Spanier WPP shares have crashed more than 10% after the world's biggest ad group cut its revenue forecast and warned growth was behind budget. Deadline for Campaign Big Awards looms Staff The deadline for entries for the Campaign Big Awards, which showcases and celebrates the best of British commercial creativity, is looming with the first entry deadline at midnight on 25 August. Nando's picks AnalogFolk to run digital account Emily Tan AnalogFolk has been named UK digital agency of record for restaurant chain Nando's, following a competitive pitch that took place in May. Agencies need to fish for talent outside advertising, new Dentsu Aegis HR chief says Gideon Spanier Ad agency groups are recruiting more talent from outside the agency sector as clients need a broader range of capabilities, according to Dentsu Aegis Network's new human resources chief. WPP buys design agency Design Bridge Omar Oakes WPP has acquired Design Bridge, a 31-year-old independent brand design agency, as the advertising giant seeks to strengthen its capability in branding and identity. Movers and shakers: Shortlist, Airbnb, IPG, Publicis, Volvo, Jack Wills and more Staff Welcome to Campaign's round-up of the hires, departures and promotions across the industry. Dominic West brings unexpected gravitas to a Dolmio ad Unruly Social video experts at Unruly review Dolmio's "No drama". Zenith hires OMD's Shah for leadership role Omar Oakes Zenith has poached OMD UK's chief strategy officer Rian Shah for a new dual leadership role for global and UK clients based in London. Promoted The need for youth in creativity Ian Wharton, AKQA Youth brings with it a fearlessness and creative freedom that can offer some invaluable lessons for the wider industry The Work Bwin "Black vs yellow" by BBH Sport A Hollywood-style car chase through the streets of Thailand brings to life the excitement of a Bwin bet in an ad by BBH Sport, the first work from the agency since winning the betting brand's account earlier this year. Great British Racing "QIPCO British Champions Day" by Dark Horses Dark Horses, the sports marketing shop co-owned by Lucky Generals, has launched a campaign for QIPCO British Champions Day to establish the race as one of the UK's premier social sporting events. More TRENDING Five top directors review their first ads, plus the advice they wish they'd known then Brittaney Kiefer Brittaney Kiefer asked five directors to revisit the first ads they made. Frederic Planchon, Sara Dunlop, Sam Brown, Jim Gilchrist and Noah Harris talk learning the ropes, shooting without permits, and making your own opportunities. Deloitte buys Ikea agency Acne and hires Sandoz to lead creative Emily Tan Deloitte Digital has bought Stockholm-based Acne Agency, which has worked with brands such as H&M, Spotify and Ikea. Promoted Unleash the power of content Michael Connolly, Sonobi The latest ad technology can help brands find their voice and reach the audiences they really want Join Campaign today If you are enjoying this bulletin, become a member now and get even more of the very latest news and insight from Campaign with unrestricted access to campaignlive.co.uk plus get exclusive discounts to Campaign events and a host of other membership benefits Join us now Campaign Jobs New Business Director £80k + excellent benefits and bonus MODA consult, London (Central), London (Greater) Product Owner £40000 - £75000 per annum The Great & The Good, London Creative Director - B2B creative comms agency £70-100k depending on experience The Jefferson Group, Berkshire / Hampshire borders - short journey outside of Paddington Group Account Director / Business Director £75k - £85k dependent on experience, plus excellent benefits MODA consult, London (Central), London (Greater) New Business Director £70k + excellent benefits MODA consult, London (Central), London (Greater) Account Director - Progressive B2B integrated comms agency £50-65k plus benefits The Jefferson Group, Central London Senior Account Manager £40-50,000 Underscore, London (Central), London (Greater) Head of Design Competitive Package + Benefits Butterfly London, London Copywriter £3000-£6000 per month Emotech, London (Central), London (Greater) UX Designer DOE OLIVER Group, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

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