It's time to #ShiftCreativity

Meddy Abdi (He/Him) | Creative Technologist / Applied AI | Instagram: @meddymb365

A Creative technologist with a love for systems design, experiential marketing, strategy and sensory- driven brand experiences. I enjoy building apps and prototyping innovative solutions for memorable campaigns. Known for creative, out-of-the-box ideas, I focus on connecting brands with audiences in meaningful ways. Over the years I have amassed portfolio of web applications and grown a developer community from 10 engineers to now 500 creative technologists with our last event being with Samsung in Kings Cross.

Ethar Aiem (She/Her) | Graphic Designer | Instagram: @etharsX

I’ve worked at an influencer marketing agency and an advertising agency specialising in programmatic DOOH, driven by my passion for bold ideas and relentless persistence.

Dimitri Briks (She/Her) | Art Director / Designer | LinkedIn: Dimitri B.

Professional adventurer, often told-off for drinking too much coffee, I’m an art director, born- and-bred in France, with a passion for advertising. My speciality? Not having one.

Anna Bychkova (She/Her) | Production Designer / Animator | Instagram: @the_onya_

I’m Anna, I started as a motion designer/animator/illustrator, but moved more into film in the recent years. Currently I work in art department in film and art direct some indie films/music videos.

Ella Cuba (She/Her) | Creative Direction / Conceptualising | Instagram: @ellaacuba

I’m a Cuban-Canadian mixed- media artist from Montréal, QC who took a leap of faith by perusing a full-time modelling career in 2018. This lead to a lot of time spent alone, traveling & exploring what self expression looked like for me.

Atlanta Downes (She/They) | Art Director / Brand Partnership | Instagram: @atlantadownes

I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with organisations like the Museum of Youth Culture, MUF Architects, and the Roundhouse, contributing to exhibitions, online features, and social media campaigns.

Joshua Garrido-Williams (He/Him) | Graphic Designer / Brand Strategy / Visual Storyteller | LinkedIn: Josh Garrido-Williams

Design is what I do, and I’m all about creating high-quality, engaging work. I draw inspiration from everything around me – whether it’s art, nature, or everyday moments.

Aleks Giovinazzo (They/Them) | Illustrator | ​Instagram: @purelyvalentine

My name is Aleks, I am a queer, neurodivergent creative based in London who leans towards more artistic approaches to work. I specialise in character work, from designing to illustration.

Josh Gray (He/Him) | Creative Technologist / Applied AI | ​Instagram: @plasticalchemy

Joshua Philip E Gray, or just jpeg for short. I run an Applied AI agency called No Brainer where we create art, architect code, and explore new modes of working in the multi-modal, everything all at once, generative future that is hurtling towards us. Myself, I’m somewhere between an artist, a researcher and an entrepreneur. For over 12 years I’ve been having fun: ForMi: pattern printing and clothing manufacture with AI (2023) Plastic Alchemy: 3D Printing for Unique 1 of 1 Products (2018-2020), AI for brand partnerships (2018), CMO @ MyMiniFactory (2016), PAD Music/Tech Studio (2015).

Jena Gregory (She/Her) | Creative Strategist / Creative Director | Instagram: @jengregart

With a distinction in both Fine Art and Digital Marketing, I provide a blend between strategic thinking and creative execution to ensure an innovative solution is always provided.

Kerrica Kendall (They/She) | Creative / Writer | Instagram: @kerricakendall

Just a passionate storyteller and filmmaker determined to carve out new pathways in writing and directing. My creative journey has been shaped by resilience, curiosity, and a hunger to explore untold stories that resonate deeply. With a knack for navigating challenges and nurturing community-driven ideas, I aim to bring narratives to life that inspire connection and impact. I’m also known for my love of collaboration and my commitment to crafting work that truly stands out. Let’s create something amazing!

Catherine Moriarty (She/Her) | Creative Strategist / Copywriter / Producer | Instagram: @cmor1arty

As a Marketing Coordinator at The Brixton Project, Catherine creates community- driven campaigns that amplify unheard voices, with a background in storytelling- spanning plays and short film.

Emmanuella Okha (She/They) | Creative Strategist | ​Instagram: @theylovemski

My journey has always been rooted in creativity and community. From working with Omnicom and Brixton Finishing School to leading projects at Community Music and Reprezent Radio, I’ve been driven by a passion for blending culture, content, and connection.

Ronni Winter (She/Her) | Creative Strategist / Art Director | Instagram: @projectrnz

Ronni's brought stories to life in Film and TV, and the past two years have seen her channelling her creativity into advertising and PR, where she’s developed a great appreciation for health advertising.

Shola Ladeji (He/Him) | Strategist | LinkedIn: Shola Ladeji

I like architectural history, abstract art, boxing, lasagne, sauna, nollywood and the colour blue. I’m here to help brands find a truth, cut the **** and build strategies that slap. My ethos is all about bringing together everyday people, sentimental objects, complicated histories and parallel perspectives – manifesting meaningful dialogue and public good in the process.

Greg Smart (He/Him) | Art Director / Designer / Creative Technology | ​Instagram: @do.sumfing

I am an artist of the future and forward moving world. I pride myself on progression, innovation and versatility, and rise to the challenge of learning whatever it takes to create something new.

Emmanuel Tete-Donkor (He/Him) | Creative / Brand Strategist / Illustrator / Production | Instagram: @eartothepave

Whatever idea you’re growing, I’m here to support and realise your vision. Priding myself on efficiency with quality and an open attitude, I leave no project unrefined.

Ashanté Thomas-Burton (He/They) | Copywriter / Storyteller / Poet | ​Instagram: @theshanifesto_

I’m currently freelance at the Black Cultural Archives and Ministry of Stories as a creative consultant and have had my work displayed at Horniman Museum and UCL Stratford.

Isoa Tupua (He/They) | Creative Director / Production Manager | Instagram: @tp_laid

Just a Girly-Pop who is serious about creating, developing and producing stories that do more than paint a thousand pictures. A great sense of empathy, so she’s great with understanding, managing and mediating people- The People’s Princess some might say.

Abi Turner (She/Her) | Art Director / Photographer | Instagram: @abiturnerphoto

I’m a New Zealand-born, London-based photographer and art director. Creative collaboration is something I value deeply and have really loved during my time in Shift.

Altéa Ziggiotto (She/Her) | Art Director / Creative Strategist | Instagram: @amz.works

I’m a multidisciplinary creative and conceptual artist, with a strategic mind and a perpetually curious mindset. Bold, imaginative and strong-willed, I’m always finding a way - or making one! Born in Milan, Italy, I’ve lived and worked across Milan, Paris and London. THE BRIEF : breaking into the creative industry with a conceptual, raw approach to Art Direction and Strategy. THE STRATEGY : my complexity. A creative mind, plagued shaped by logical thinking + a goal-oriented attitude + a rich, multifaceted background = profit-driven ideas that remain culturally relevant. THE TAGLINE : Sparked by New challenges. Fuelled by problem solving. Fulfilled in ingenuity.