Independent advertising agency BCM has announced the appointment of Andy Ward as a senior writer and conceptualiser.

Ward joins BCM with over 30 years’ industry experience, having worked as the creative director at Publicis Mojo Brisbane and DDB Brisbane, creative group head at DDB Sydney, and as a senior creative at Clemenger BBDO Sydney.

He began his career as an art director at Bates Dorland in London, where he worked on the accounts of Land Rover and UNICEF, and award-winning campaigns for Heinz.

BCM managing director Paul Cornwell said: “We’re thrilled to have a creative of Andy’s standing on board.  He brings an undeniable depth of experience and creative know-how to our offering.

“Andy joining us is terrific news as it will strengthen our creative offer enormously.”