Anuwat Nitipanont

Anuwat Nitipanont

Anuwat Nitipanont

Chief Creative Officer

YDM Thailand

THAILAND

Biography

Anuwat has over two decades of experience delivering innovative creative solutions to build clients’ businesses. A firm believer in creativity’s power to make a positive impact, his work reflects a commitment to finding simple, effective solutions for people, brands, and society. His expertise in design, technology, data, commerce, and content has established him as a pioneer in Thailand’s advertising industry.

In June 2024, Anuwat joined YDM Thailand as Chief Creative Officer, steering the agency toward new heights of creativity and innovation. Recently, the agency won the Best Reels Innovation Award at the APAC Meta Reels Impact Awards 2024.

At VMLY&R Thailand, Anuwat redefined the agency’s creative direction, securing over 23 new clients in one year and doubling the creative team. Under his leadership, the agency ranked No. 9 in Asia and No. 4 in Thailand by Campaign Brief Asia’s The Work 2023.

Earlier, at BBDO Bangkok, he led the agency to accolades like Top 3 Hottest Agencies in Asia in 2017 and Southeast Asia Agency of the Year by Campaign Brief Asia. The agency also earned multiple honors, including Thailand Agency of the Year four times.

Anuwat has won over 300 awards globally, served as a jury member for shows like Cannes Lions, and chaired Thailand’s Young Lions Competition from 2017 to 2023, inspiring the next generation of talent.