Media Investment
Media
AI / Data / Analytics
Ad-tech / Mar-tech
Commercial
Creative
Hello, we are Uncommon People.
We find talent in marketing, branding, creative, media, advertising
& all related technologies.
Uncommon People helps clients attract and retain the most competent candidates in their industry. We bring together great companies and exceptional talent through expertise that goes beyond recruitment.
Our team of industry-experienced professionals understand the intersection of creativity, technology and business because we’ve lived it.
We don’t just match CVs to job descriptions. We connect ambitions, cultures, and long-term potential. We have deep sector knowledge across Marketing, Advertising, Creative and Media, and operations spanning EMEA and APAC.
We deliver
Uncommon People for
We Are On Top Of It,
All Day, Every Day
Finding the right fit
Executive search built on personal experience and expertise.
Executive search at Uncommon People goes beyond matching qualifications to requirements. We understand that the right hire at senior level shapes culture, drives strategy, and determines whether your organization accelerates or stagnates in a rapidly evolving market.
Our recruiters don’t come from HR backgrounds. They come from the industries we serve: media, marketing, creative, advertising, and technology. They’ve built teams, launched products, managed P&Ls, and navigated the same challenges you face. This insider perspective allows us to identify not just capability, but cultural fit, strategic alignment, and the ability to operate in environments where AI, data, and creative excellence intersect.
Understanding your world
01. Briefing
We start by understanding not just the role, but the context. What are your strategic priorities? What gaps exist in your team? What does success look like in 12 months? We dig deeper than job descriptions to understand team dynamics, culture, and the specific capabilities that will drive your business forward.
Strategic alignment
04. Matching
We present candidates who not only meet requirements but elevate your organization. Each introduction includes strategic context: why this person, why now, and what unique value they bring. We facilitate conversations that explore fit from both sides, ensuring alignment on vision, values, and expectations.
Network activation
02. Conversing
We activate our network, not databases. Our approach is built on relationships with professionals who aren’t actively looking but would move for the right opportunity. We have conversations, not transactions. We understand motivations, career trajectories, and what makes someone consider a change.
Ensuring success
05. Introducing
Our involvement doesn’t end with an offer. We support negotiation, onboarding preparation, and transition planning. We stay engaged to ensure both candidate and client navigate the critical first 90 days successfully. Your success is our metric.
Beyond the CV
03. Vetting
Our vetting process evaluates technical capability, leadership potential, and cultural alignment. We assess how candidates have navigated change, built teams, and delivered results in complex environments. For technology-driven roles, we evaluate their understanding of AI, automation, and emerging tools reshaping the industry.
“The best hires aren’t found through algorithms.”
Industry Evolution
The rise and transformation
Where creativity meets AI and automation
building for the future
Team structures that enable agility and growth
colorful people
Meet Claire
Your future Chief Client Officer ?
uncommon in essence
We think differently about talent
