From the release:
Versus, the culture-driving creative and production studio, has appointed Elliott Chaffer as Executive Creative Director. He joins current ECDs Justin Barnes and Jay Harwood, forming a leadership trio that reflects the studio’s continued growth as a multidisciplinary creative powerhouse.
Chaffer brings over 25 years of experience in brand design and strategic storytelling, most recently at Trollbäck+Company, where he led high-profile work for clients like Apple, Nike, FX, FOX, and ABC. Known for blending visceral storytelling with systematic thinking, he moves fluidly between concept and execution with a focus on turning complex ideas into powerful creative systems.
“Versus is evolving the design and creative studio playbook and Elliott’s the right creative to lead that charge,” said David Edelstein, EP Brand Strategy at Versus. “From our time together at Trollbäck, I’ve seen firsthand how he blends range, curiosity, and instinct.”
“Joining Versus is the right next step,” said Elliott Chaffer. “It’s a place that welcomes big ideas and bold thinking. The team is fearless, blending creativity, technology, and craft work that is original and forward-thinking. That’s exactly where I want to be.”