Hi, I’m Max,
an Art Director
at M+C Saatchi, Sydney.

Growing up, any blank surface I could reach became my canvas, the beige couch, the brand-new carpet, even the family dog. All fell victim to my creative genius (or chaos, depending on who you ask). Fast forward a decade or two, and I’ve turned that same impulsive urge to colour everything into a career.

Before I ever tried to art direct a commercial, I made the "radical" move of learning how to actually make one. I spent countless hours behind the camera and in the edit suite before ever putting together a deck. This helps me spot creative opportunities often overlooked.

When I’m not championing big ideas, you’ll find me in the ring or on the mats, boxing or practicing jiu-jitsu.

Some goods I’ve picked up along the way

2021

  • Graduated from Award School

2022

  • Graduated from Award School (a second time)

  • Won the PADC Student Advertising Competition

2023

  • Won M&C Saatchi’s Open House internship programme

  • Won M&C Saatchi’s Yearly Value Awards
    “To the one who runs towards the fire”