First Five Rungs Auckland
Meet the Auckland team
Welcome to the FFR Auckland team page. We're all here to help you connect and interact with your peers and seniors, and we're excited to be a guiding voice as you take your first steps in the industry.
Each of us brings our own unique flair, passion, and expertise, and together we're working to create a valuable library of knowledge.
UX/UI Designer - Dentsu
Activation Executive - OMD
Senior Account Manager - Tracta
Senior Planner Buyer - MBM
Senior Business Manager - TBWA\
Senior Account Manager - OnePlus One
Copywriter - TBWA\
Full team bios
Lily Tootill
Lily has three years industry experience, starting in Media, Lily was a part of the TAB re-brand before moving creative side to work on bringing some of NZ’s most loved ads to life.
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Client Servicing
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Brand strategy
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Public Speaking/Presenting
Andrew Eiserman
Andrew has three years of experience researching and designing digital solutions and integrated campaigns as a UX/UI Designer.
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User Research
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Ideation
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Innovation
Andrew was a part of the In Our Hands campaign for the Ministry of Social New Zealand, helping Kiwi’s better understand the signs of an abusive relationship.
Outside of work, Andrew is passionate about art, currently working on a series of Paintings. Feel free to reach out to Andrew if you want to chat about working as a creative or just settling into agency life!
Ayaan Shaikh
Ayaan has spent just under four and a half years in the media industry, all of which have been at OMD. He’s worked across various departments, starting in Programmatic before moving into Client Service. Having previously worked across FMCG, Sports, and Entertainment patches, he is now helping McDonald’s remain the most iconic brand for Kiwis.
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Client Service
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Digital Strategy
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Project Management
Hanna Stanford
Hanna has 4 years of marketing experience project managing and planning advertising campaigns. Hanna is the glue holding together the creative and media teams to ensure her clients get the most out of their marketing budget.
Key skills:
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Client servicing
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Campaign strategy
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Communication
One of Hanna’s favourite projects is the annual social media campaign for First Fresh NZ, helping to boost sales of the seasonal superfruit Persimmons.
Outside of the office, Hanna enjoys being outside in the fresh air on long dog walks, going to pilates and surrounding herself with friends and family.
Feel free to reach out to Hanna for client service advice or just for a chat!
Sarah Chan
Sarah has three years’ experience in the media industry. Sarah has developed a strong foundation in campaign strategy and channel planning to drive positive outcomes for her clients.
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Client servicing
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Project management
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Campaign and Channel strategy
Vinny Canning
Vinny has worked across various kiwi brands at TBWA\ and previously at Saatchi & Saatchi - including Toyota, Wattie's, Southern Cross and more.
Key skills:
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Communication
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Project Management
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Campaign Strategy
Outside of mahi, Vinny produces music & plays in a band, enjoys anything outdoors, and is currently fixated on his 5th new hobby of the month. Feel free to reach out to Vinny for a yarn about anything on the creative agency side.
Rosalie Bashan
Rosalie is a communications practitioner with a strong interest in current affairs, storytelling, and creating meaningful impact through her work. Since joining One Plus One Communications in 2021, she has worked with clients across finance, healthcare, media, insurance, and the not-for-profit sector.
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Media relations
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Issues management
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Corporate communications
Rosalie enjoys finding the human story behind every project and helping organisations connect with their audiences.
Outside of work, Rosalie enjoys getting outdoors — from hikes to beach days — going to live music gigs, and getting lost in a good book.
Feel free to reach out to chat about PR, media, or starting out in communications.
Crystal Hay
Crystal is a Copywriter at TBWA\ NZ. Her little way of helping the world is through helping people feel energised and ecstatic. She says the same thing applies to her working life.
If you want to talk about anything creative, please hit her up to go grab a matcha.