About Greygull
GreyGull is an independent branding and creative studio now based back in Aotearoa New Zealand, led by Brand Marketing Design Director Daniel Hillier.
With over 25 years of experience across the UK, EU & New Zealand, Daniel has been chosen & trusted to create for brands including Coca-Cola, ASOS, Mercedes, Sony, Sky and Vodafone.
He’s worked with some of the best in the business, soaking up all the good stuff from inspiring creative media leaders and specialist marketing mentors.
After 16 years immersed in London’s creative melting pot, Daniel has returned to his city Christchurch Ōtautahi, bringing global experience, specialist design craft and thinking to every project.
Experience & Approach
We get to know your business, understand the challenge and find the creative opportunity.
GreyGull brings considered thinking and hands-on craft to every project, developing creative solutions that make a difference and deliver results.
Distinctive ideas. Thoughtful design.
Creative that works.
Agency Experience
Some of the agencies where Daniel has developed his experience, knowledge and professional practice.
From strategic storytellers like Hill+Knowlton to brand partnership specialists Cherry, dynamic independents Iris, Bulletproof and Weapon 7, and some of the best global networks in the business.
Here’s a selection of agencies we’ve worked with over the last few years.
Direct Client Relationships
Greygull has grown from a creative side hustle into a full time brand marketing design consultancy, working with businesses across the UK, EU, NZ and US.
Global creative experience across advertising, branding, events, marketing promotions and PR, I bring a broad skill set and practical approach to every project.
I’m experienced in leading creative teams, managing specialist talent and working with developers and agencies to deliver clear, user focused creative.
My proactive, relaxed approach and professional practice mean clients can rely on Greygull for high value creative support, from brand development to ongoing marketing and design.
A selection of businesses and organisations I’ve had the pleasure of working with.
Brands
25+ years in the creative media industry, including 16 years in London, has meant working with quite a few recognisable brands for some amazing agencies. Working in creative duos, as a design lead, or collaborating with specialist teams.
My ideas and design have helped shape everything from brand identities and campaigns to packaging, retail and digital comms. From ASOS, Sony and Mercedes-Benz to Diageo, Sky and Vodafone, here’s a glimpse of just a few of the big brands I’ve had the pleasure of creating some great work for over the years.
Thoughtful thinking. Distinctive creative. Work that gets noticed.
