I am a senior brand and creative leader with 20+ years shaping global brands across technology, life sciences and entertainment. I blend strategic brand thinking with hands-on creation—brand identity, campaigns, digital, motion and content—to deliver measurable business impact. I lead cross-functional, global teams and manage multi-million-dollar budgets, translating complex concepts into engaging audience communications and building scalable brand systems for global launches, product communications and corporate narratives. I remain closely involved in craft—from concept through production—directing high-impact creative execution across B2B marketing, product marketing and experiential events. My work emphasizes clarity, consistency and audience focus, delivering experiences that strengthen brand equity while driving tangible business outcomes.

Luke Thomson

I am a senior brand and creative leader with 20+ years shaping global brands across technology, life sciences and entertainment. I blend strategic brand thinking with hands-on creation—brand identity, campaigns, digital, motion and content—to deliver measurable business impact. I lead cross-functional, global teams and manage multi-million-dollar budgets, translating complex concepts into engaging audience communications and building scalable brand systems for global launches, product communications and corporate narratives. I remain closely involved in craft—from concept through production—directing high-impact creative execution across B2B marketing, product marketing and experiential events. My work emphasizes clarity, consistency and audience focus, delivering experiences that strengthen brand equity while driving tangible business outcomes.

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I am a senior brand and creative leader with 20+ years shaping global brands across technology, life sciences and entertainment. I blend strategic brand thinking with hands-on creation—brand identity, campaigns, digital, motion and content—to deliver measurable business impact. I lead cross-functional, global teams and manage multi-million-dollar budgets, translating complex concepts into engaging audience communications and building scalable brand systems for global launches, product communications and corporate narratives.

I remain closely involved in craft—from concept through production—directing high-impact creative execution across B2B marketing, product marketing and experiential events. My work emphasizes clarity, consistency and audience focus, delivering experiences that strengthen brand equity while driving tangible business outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Brand Leader at SCIEX
May 1, 2017 - Present
Global rebrand and brand experience leader; built and scaled the in-house creative function from 2 to 10; delivered integrated campaigns and brand experiences across international markets; directed global brand campaigns, digital experiences, motion design, video content and launch assets; led events and corporate communications; reduced external agency spend by over $1M through hands-on execution and insourcing; managed cross-functional workflows across AMER, EMEA and JAPAC.
Creative Lead at FK3 — Creative Lead | B2B/B2C Marketing Agency
August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017
Led integrated campaigns for global brands across digital, print, social, motion and 3D; combined hands-on creative execution with client-facing leadership in a fast-paced agency; mentored multidisciplinary teams; collaborated with specialist freelance copywriters during intensive sprints; contributed to pitches and client relationships; improved studio operations and delivery.
Design Lead at Kier (Construction)
March 1, 2011 - July 1, 2014
Supported brand consistency and bid communications across regional hubs; evolved, scaled and implemented national brand guidelines; contributed to day-to-day design output across campaigns and regional workstreams, ensuring visual quality and on-time delivery.
Creative Designer/ Consultant at Freelance
October 1, 2007 - March 1, 2011
Delivered end-to-end brand identity and marketing projects for startups through to established businesses; led full creative process from brief to delivery; assembled and coordinated small freelance teams; managed timelines and budgets; supported client pitches and new business opportunities.
Graphic Designer at Splinter Design
October 1, 2006 - September 1, 2007
Brand identity and design projects across education, health and digital sectors; built foundational skills in visual identity development and commercial design delivery.

Education

BA (Hons) Multi-Media Arts at Liverpool John Moores University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002
National Diploma, Photography & Media at Leeds College of Art and Design
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
GCSEs at Ilkley Grammar School
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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