“Creative organizations that embrace AI and data need people who can translate vision into execution”
Leon is a senior recruiter and consultant specialized in the creative, digital, media and advertising industry. With a background of 20 years in branding, design and digital agencies, he understands the creative world from the inside out: its roles, its pressures, and what truly drives high-performing talent.
At Uncommon People, he focuses on senior and specialist roles within creative agencies and creative departments at brands, including Digital specialists, Commercial & Account, Executive Creative direction, Design, Social Media experts, Strategy, Project management, Product owners and Operational Leadership. Leon doesn’t just match CVs to job descriptions. He connects ambitions, cultures and long-term potential.
A former creative entrepreneur and agency founder with a strong international network of specialists, leaders and creative disruptors, Leon moves fast, thinks strategically and identifies people who not only fit a role, but elevate an organization.
20
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Years
AGENCY LIFE
Worked for several international advertising and digital marketing agencies. Managed global 360° campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.
Campaigns
Agency Leadership
18+ years in the international advertising industry. Leon has built and led multidisciplinary teams delivering 360° campaigns for global brands such as Philips and KLM.
Founder
Entrepreneur
Founder of a respected digital design agency and long-time builder of creative businesses. Leon has scaled teams, structured operations and strengthened financial foundations.
Operations
Stability in Growth
Specialised in guiding agencies through growth, change and complexity. As interim COO and strategic advisor, Leon brings structure, financial insight and calm leadership.
Network
International Perspective
Over nearly two decades, Leon has built a trusted network across agencies, creatives, strategists and industry leaders.