Rajshekhar Patil joins VMLY&R as ECD

VMLY&R has announced the appointment of Rajshekar Patil as executive creative director. He will report to Mukund Olety, chief creative officer, VMLY&R India. 

 

Patil moves from Publicis Worldwide India where he was ECD. At VMLY&R, he will oversee the creative capabilities of the agency. His mandate is to also create a culture of creativity, inclusiveness, and innovation.

 

Patil said, “VMLY&R brings together a blend of creativity, technology, data and culture to create truly unique solutions for clients. Creativity here seeps into every facet of the agency and I look forward to working closely with Anil and Mukund to create some fantastic work!”

 

Olety said, "I am delighted that Rajshekar is joining us. He is a passionate, razor-sharp, creative thinker with a portfolio that speaks to his desire for genuine impact through his work. I welcome him wholeheartedly to the VMLY&R family and look forward to growing our creative reputation across the country.”

 

He has also had stints with BBDO India, Media Arts Lab (Apple’s agency), BBH India and Ogilvy.