Stuart Nightingale
Creative director | Copywriter | consultant
I’m Stuart Nightingale, a Melbourne-based creative director and writer.
I help brands, agencies and marketing teams create work that’s clear, effective and human.
For more than twenty years I’ve worked in creative departments in London and Melbourne.
I’ve led national campaigns, written brand manifestos, directed content, run workshops and helped teams find the right words for what they’re trying to say.
These days, I work independently with in-house teams, agencies and founders who want senior creative thinking without the layers.
I’m hands-on, collaborative and calm under pressure. I write, direct, mentor and consult.
The goal’s always the same: to make the work better.
Featured work
Labor
When the usual political attack ads wouldn’t cut it, we built a campaign on honesty and optimism instead. Proof that positive storytelling can still change minds.
Zooper dooper
An Aussie icon turned up to eleven. Penguins, lasers and a summer anthem brought the fun back to a frozen favourite.
my Skill set
From creative ideas to the nuts and bolts of making them perform, i work across the full spectrum of modern marketing
Creative direction and concept development
Copywriting and brand storytelling
Tone of voice and messaging systems
Content and social strategy
SEO-optimised website copy
Bespoke GPT creation for creative teams
Workshops and mentoring
Client testimonials
Kind words from people I’ve worked with. Smart clients, great collaborators and proof that good work starts with good relationships.
“Stuart is one of the most genuine (read: no bullshit) creatives I’ve had the pleasure to work with.”
“He has an incredible ability to find that golden nugget of truth, the insight that unlocks compelling campaigns.”
About me
I’ve spent my career turning complex ideas into simple, human communication.
I also scream in a punk band amongst other things.
Contact me
email: nightingale.stuart@gmail.com
Call: +61401951484