MediaMonks Opens In Asia
In true Dutch style, MediaMonks takes a pioneering step overseas to become the first independent creative digital production agency from Europe to open up shop in Singapore. The company, which opened its headquarters in Amsterdam in 2001, lands on Singaporean soil to service ad agencies throughout Asia. Since launching, MediaMonks has grown to more than 175 full-time employees. Singapore, after London and New York, is the third overseas office, reinforcing plans to become an independent production agency micro-network.
Victor Knaap, CEO of MediaMonks says: “Opening our doors for Singapore business is a massive step which allows us to even better service our agency partners on a global scale. During my visits to Singapore in the last year, it was clear that no local agency offered our digital expertise. We believe that building a solid relationship with our agency partners is a model that creates the most value for everyone involved. Now we can do this in the Asian market, from the ground up. We’re not just here to pick up a few sexy briefs now and again; we’re here to stay.”
The Singapore team already works on major regional campaigns for agencies such as BBDO, BBH and Saatchi & Saatchi. MediaMonks Singapore will be led by Joris Pol, a five-year Monk veteran who was instrumental in the success of the London office.
Joris Pol, Managing Director, MediaMonks Singapore said: “Singapore is the regional advertising hub in Asia. It goes without saying that I love this environment; there is a wealth of talent and ambition at the agencies we work with, especially when it comes to digital and mobile. Our way of working here is similar to our processes in Europe and North America: the agencies come up with the big idea and we take care of a beautiful execution. We can already thank our agency partners in Singapore for their warm welcome and challenging projects.”
MediaMonks is the most awarded digital production agency of 2013 according to the FWA (the most visited website award program). The company has been awarded by, and recognized at, the Cannes Lions, BIMA, Spin Awards, D&AD, Webby Awards, and Lovies, amongst others.
