Australia – Havas Host has announced the appointment of Sebastian Vizor as its executive creative director. Vizor will oversee Havas Host’s clients’ creative direction, bringing his extensive experience to help drive the agency into a new era.

With a career spanning over two decades in the industry, Sebastian Vizor joins most recently from The Royals where he led the creative department after returning to Australia from Europe. 

During his time overseas, he worked in agencies including Sid Lee, B Reel, and 72andSunny. Sebastian has earned a reputation for creating culturally influential brands and being a natural creative leader. His work has been recognised at major award shows.

His appointment consolidates the experienced Leadership Team building on the legacy and success of the creative and strategic powerhouse for a new era. 

“We have all admired world-class creativity from Havas Host. I’m looking forward to raising the bar further in partnership with the brilliant Gayle, Ollie and team, to leverage the unusual to make work that matters for our clients,” Vizor said regarding his appointment.

Meanwhile, Gayle While, CEO at Havas Host commented, “Seb’s passion for creating work that impacts culture makes him an ideal fit for Havas Host and our commitment to making work that helps brands get noticed in an attention poor world.

He added, “Seb has brought an infectious energy and strategic approach to the work. He cares about what he does. It’s a combination that’s already delivering exciting outcomes for our clients and the team. We’re thrilled to have him on board.”