I am a Creative/Art Director with over 20 years of experience in integrated advertising, developing impactful brand experiences across diverse media. I am driven by a passion for continuous learning and exploring the creative potential of emerging technologies and social media innovation. I have a proven ability to lead and inspire teams, develop impactful campaigns, and drive brand growth.

Yat Fung Lai

I am a Creative/Art Director with over 20 years of experience in integrated advertising, developing impactful brand experiences across diverse media. I am driven by a passion for continuous learning and exploring the creative potential of emerging technologies and social media innovation. I have a proven ability to lead and inspire teams, develop impactful campaigns, and drive brand growth.

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I am a Creative/Art Director with over 20 years of experience in integrated advertising, developing impactful brand experiences across diverse media. I am driven by a passion for continuous learning and exploring the creative potential of emerging technologies and social media innovation.

I have a proven ability to lead and inspire teams, develop impactful campaigns, and drive brand growth.

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Language

Chinese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Chinese
Advanced
French
Beginner
Italian
Beginner
Thai
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Art Director, Global Team at McCann Worldgroup
February 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Directed the creation of global advertising campaigns for Chevrolet (GM), including Global Asset Packages (TV, print/photography, digital, and social media) for use across multiple markets (South America: Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina). Built consensus on creative concepts, ensured brand consistency across GM product campaigns, and led collaboration with regional offices to execute high-impact campaigns. Key achievements included driving social-media engagement on emerging platforms such as AR/VR and maintaining brand integrity across global assets.
Regional Creative Group Head Asia-Pacific (APAC) at MRM McCann
March 1, 2022 - October 20, 2025
Led Above-the-Line (ATL) and 360° campaigns for Reckitt's Enfa Growth and Dettol across Southeast Asia (Thailand, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia). Contributed to Enfa growth becoming Thailand's #1 baby formula brand during COVID-19 and helped secure the Dettol business through consistent, high-quality creative delivery.
Regional Art Director Asia-Pacific (APAC) at Commonwealth // McCann
December 1, 2018 - October 20, 2025
Spearheaded ATL and 360° campaigns (TV, print, digital, and social media) for Chevrolet (GM) in Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand).
Senior Art Director at WPP (Thailand) Ltd. – Atlas Communications
December 1, 2013 - October 20, 2025
Delivered ATL and 360° advertising campaigns for major brands such as Ambi Pur, Gillette and Whisper; developed Asset Packages (TV, print/shots, digital, and social media) for Southeast Asia markets (Singapore and Thailand).
Creative Director at FLEX MEDIA (THAILAND) Co. Ltd.
March 1, 2013 - October 20, 2025
Directed creative work for digital campaigns for clients including McDonald’s and Yamaha for Thailand markets.
Freelance Art Director at Hong Kong
June 1, 2011 - October 20, 2025
Contracted by top 4A agencies (Ogilvy One, Bates141, BBDO/Proximity, TBWA/Tequila) to design websites and digital assets.
Senior Designer at Tribal DDB
December 1, 2009 - October 20, 2025
Directed digital campaigns for McDonald's and Philips.
Senior Web Designer at MRM Worldwide
May 1, 2009 - October 20, 2025
Created award-winning campaigns for Intel and Microsoft.
Web Designer at X M Hong Kong
November 1, 2007 - October 20, 2025
Designed campaigns for clients such as Google, HSBC, Nokia, and Visa.
Designer at New Digital Noise
December 1, 2005 - October 20, 2025
Created a variety of digital and print content.

Education

Bachelor of Social Science (Hons.) in Communication - Digital Graphic Communication at Hong Kong Baptist University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Bronze – Digital: Best Gaming (Online) – KAM Fan Awards
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Gold – Computer/IT Hardware (Intel: The Hero Inside) – W3 Awards
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Outstanding Achievement in Internet Advertising (Intel: The Hero Inside) – Internet Advertising Competition
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other