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GET TO KNOW SIMON
L.A. Based \\ London Bred.
Simon's illustrious trajectory within the realm of agency advertising took root in the vibrant city of London, where he embarked upon a transformative journey alongside his university comrade, James Sommerville, culminating in the establishment of the acclaimed and lucratively prosperous ATTIK agency, yielding a remarkable annual revenue surpassing $30 million. Serving as the esteemed agency's Chief Creative Officer, Simon adeptly propelled its ascent to global eminence, spanning a multitude of locations including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Leeds, London, and Sydney.
Bearing the mantle of director and photographer, Simon deftly draws upon his multifaceted background in brand development, advertising, and graphic design, harnessing its profound reservoirs of knowledge to augment and transcend his artistic endeavors. As a photographer par excellence, he masterfully captures the ethereal dance of movement and energy, allowing his subjects to commune with the lens in the pure, unfiltered lexicon of action and emotion. Furthermore, as a director, he adeptly unveils a gentler and more agile facet of his artistic repertoire, effortlessly weaving narratives of humor and dialogue, as well as manifesting the sleek allure and sensuous charisma inherent in automotive aesthetics—a testament to his consummate proficiency.
Notably, Simon has graciously chosen to bestow his unparalleled photographic acumen upon non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in dire need of images crafted with consummate professionalism. His altruistic pursuits have engendered extensive collaborations with esteemed entities including One Heart Worldwide, GG Conservation, Development Media International, California Wildlife Center, Care for Wild, and Fundacion Natura Bolivia.
For an immersive experience into Simon's extraordinary body of work, one can peruse his captivating portfolio at SimonNeedham.com, while also embarking upon a visual odyssey through his captivating chronicles on Instagram, accessible through the handles @SimonNeedhamPhotography and @human.kind.photography.
