A part-time job like no other. Team DDB and the Army National Guard are redefining part-time service with “Uncommon Is Calling” - a new campaign for young Americans seeking more than just a paycheck. They want purpose, adventure, and impact. Featuring real soldiers on real missions, Uncommon Is Calling highlights the extraordinary experiences that come with serving part-time in the Army National Guard. “The creative challenge was to show the dramatic contrast to these people’s everyday lives without condescending to the everyday. Because they’ll continue to live those lives too,” said John Carstens, Chief Creative Officer of Team DDB. “This part-time opportunity is a powerful complement, not an escape.” "Many young people are unaware that they can serve in the Army part-time," says Brig. Gen. Antoinette Gant, PMP, Chief of Army Enterprise Marketing. "To bridge this gap, 'Uncommon is Calling' offers youth a new perspective on Army service by presenting the experiences, flexibility, and local impact that can only be achieved as part of the Army National Guard." Read more: https://lnkd.in/dEDGQXZx Kevin Richey Julia M. Chris Pultorak Holly Jones Springer Lindsey Mohlman #DDB #UncommonIsCalling #TeamDDB #ArmyNationalGuard #Marketing
About us
At DDB Worldwide (www.ddb.com), we believe in the power of emotional creativity to move people, business, and culture. As one of the world’s leading advertising and marketing networks, we combine creative excellence with strategic effectiveness to deliver measurable business results. Our effectiveness is reflected in industry recognition, including 2023 Global Network of the Year by Cannes Lions, D&AD Agency Network of the Year (2021–2023), and #2 in the 2024 Effie Global Best of the Best. We have also ranked as a Top 3 Global Network on WARC for 13 of the last 16 years. With 140 offices in 60+ countries, we partner with leading brands such as MARS, McDonald’s, Molson Coors, Volkswagen, Amazon, Unilever, JetBlue, Adidas, PlayStation, and the U.S. Army to build meaningful consumer connections that drive sustained growth. We live by the words of DDB founder, Bill Bernbach: “Unless you feel it, nothing will happen.” This belief drives us to craft work that truly resonates—work that moves people, sparks change, and creates lasting impact. Founded in 1949, DDB is part of Omnicom (NYSE: OMC).
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- advertising, marketing, strategy, creative, brand, social media, digital, branded content, branded entertainment, PR, events, AI, innovation, shopper marketing, retail marketing, and experiential
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New week, new Human of DDB! Meet Glenn Sonnie Wooden, MFA, a Senior Strategist at Team DDB who’s making big moves - both in and out of DDB - by blending his entrepreneurial spirit with his fine art background. As he puts it, “What is life if not moments of growth propelled by community and personal initiative?" Swipe to get to know this legendary DDBer! 🐅 #DDB #HumansOfDDB
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Fantastic congratulations to our brilliant French team and bold McDonald’s clients for winning GOLD for Taste of the World in 2024. It takes an iconic brand like McDo and a great Client partnership to create such work! A huge thank you to IPSOS for the wonderful recognition! Jean-Guillaume BERTOLA Clement Brossard Clémentine Teissedre Dalou McDonald's France Bliguet Mathieu Paul Ducré Alexander Kalchev Cedric Ledoux Annaëlle Rivoal DDB Paris DDB Omnicom Advertising Group (OAG) Ipsos Starcom
🥇 Notre médaille d'or pour les JO ;) Hier soir, à l'occasion de la 39ème édition du Palmarès IPSOS de la Pub en partenariat avec France TV Publicité, notre campagne d'affichage célébrant l'arrivée des touristes et des produits McDo du monde entier, a été sacrée Campagne d'affichage préférée des Français en 2024. Bravo à toutes les équipes qui ont oeuvré collectivement pour faire rayonner cette belle campagne auprès de tous les français et étrangers pendant ces historiques Jeux Olympiques 2024. McDonald's France x DDB Paris x Starcom Jean-Guillaume BERTOLA Clement Brossard Clémentine Teissedre Dalou Lorna Font y Bosch Annaëlle Rivoal Louise Cassola Mélanie Pennec Delphine TABUTIN Nicolas Malcorps Lucille Ortega Cedric Ledoux sebastien genty Chloe Vomscheid Julie Pacton Anne-Marie Gibert Romana Kügerl-Marian Paul Ducré Alexander Kalchev Laura Bizet Carl Gonthier Clémence Boucharé
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From wind to waves! 🌊🏄♂️ ACCIONA, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy, has teamed up with DDB Melbourne to launch the world’s first Turbine Made surfboard. In collaboration with Aussie pro surfer Josh Kerr and his team at Draft Surf, this groundbreaking initiative transforms retired turbine blades into high-performance surfboards—saving them from landfill and proving that sustainability and performance can go hand in hand. DDB Group Melbourne ECD, Giles Watson, said: “Surfers have an unbreakable bond with the environment, so creating a board from recycled turbine blades helps inspire the next generation of environmentalists. Beyond being bloody cool, this project opens the door for a wave of new possibilities with Turbine Made.” Read the full story on Little Black Book: https://lnkd.in/dFiMuy2T #DDB #TurbineMade #RideTheFuture #CreativityForGood
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Susie Walker doesn't walk...she RUNS the game. 🤩 Congrats to our Global Chief Creative Operations Officer for winning Campaign UK’s Inspiring Women Award in the Conquering Creativity Category! Susie has proven that creativity isn’t just a tool—it’s a powerful force that drives trust, builds relationships, and fuels business success. Through her vision and unwavering dedication to the craft, she has elevated our creative work and helped shape the industry into a more inspiring, inclusive, and impactful space for all. #DDB #CampaignAwards2025 #CreativeLeadership
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Your vibe attracts your tribe 💛 When asked by Campaign UK how to keep the creative fires burning in a global network, Chaka said it best—it’s all about having a strong sense of self. That’s what brings our people together: shared values, a mix of brains, heart, and energy, and the feeling of being part of something bigger. As Chaka said, “When you create those ties that bind, and make sure you uphold and live by them daily, there’s no end to how brightly the creative fires can burn.” Check out the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/emSWVu2z #DDB #Campaign #Advertising #CreativeLeadership
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Bill Bernbach once said, “To work at DDB, you have to be talented and nice.” Simple, right? But it’s something we live by every day. Because talent drives change—it pushes boundaries, sparks ideas, and turns insight into impact. And nice? Nice makes it all possible. Nice builds trust, fuels collaboration, and ensures the best ideas rise to the top. We’re lucky to work alongside extraordinary individuals—brilliant, authentic, and deeply human. And what’s more special than that? Introducing Humans of DDB, a weekly series celebrating the talented, kind, and inspiring people who make up our global family. To kick things off, meet Kogina Goh, a DDBer of nearly four years, who always brings the magic, alongside her loyal companion, Floofy! 🐈✨ Get ready to meet the heart and soul behind the creativity. 💛 #DDB #HumansOfDDB #EmployeeAppreciationDay
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Chaka is one in a billion…but don’t just take our word for it. ✨ Beaming with pride as our Global President & Creative Chief lands on Campaign UK’s list of outstanding women inspiring the industry this #InternationalWomensDay! From TV to advertising, Chaka’s career is a masterclass in passion, brilliance, and lifting everyone around her. Maisie McCabe said it best. Here’s to Chaka—and to all the incredible women shaping our industry Elizabeth Anyaegbuna, 🏳️⚧️Marty Davies, Sophie Gold, Alex Mahon, Emily Maitlis, Polly McMorrow, Duri M., Abadesi Osunsade, and Michelle Sarpong! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/e7cQrZHy May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them. 💪👩💼 #DDB #IWD2025
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Rise and grind? More like rise and unwind—with Macca’s 🍔✨ Check out DDB Group Australia's latest for McDonald's Australia👇 S/o to our brilliant teams and clients behind the campaign Chris Brown, Amanda Nakad, Tobi Fukushima, Mary Vrančić, Matt Chandler, Jack Nunn, Mandy Whatson, Rupert Price, Mandy Whatson, Emily Bosler, Adam Bentley, Sarah Todd, and partners at OMD Australia. #imlovinit
For those in the office today, we hope you enjoy our newest campaign for McDonald's which brings a little joy to the 9-5 grind. Built in-house by our "freak-in-the-spreadsheets" Creative Technologist Adam Bentley it's a reminder that there's nothing quite like a Macca's run to break up the humdrum of the day. Happy Friday. https://lnkd.in/gjTrEF8t
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Our recent campaign for McDonald's New Zealand shines a spotlight on the many ways Kiwi make Macca’s part of their everyday rituals. From Parakai lifeguards to diehard Phoenix fans, we’ve captured real Kiwi crews sharing their one-of-a-kind Macca’s moments. Whether it’s a post-game tradition or a chance to reconnect, these stories highlight how Macca’s brings communities together across Aotearoa. With more stories on the way, this campaign celebrates the unique Macca’s moments that unite us all. Because when you pair nuggies with your favourite people, well, feel-good vibes are guaranteed ❤️