Benjamin James

Ben James holds the position of Head of Creative at T Brand, the creative services division of The New York Times Advertising Department. This division encompasses the acclaimed content studio, T Brand Studio.

"We are living in an incredibly exhilarating era for the creative industry. We are crafting new modes of storytelling and forging the most profound connections between businesses and people that the world has ever witnessed. With this power, we bear a profound responsibility," Ben remarks.

Ben is a firm believer in the potency of storytelling and the intricate creative process that underpins it. Over the course of his career, Ben has served as a steward of brand voices. His work revolves around showcasing that brand narratives can be shaped in endlessly inventive ways, provided they are anchored in a purpose that resonates with the brand's essence.

Ben's career commenced at Crispin Porter + Bogusky and subsequently extended to roles at Y&R, Goodby Silverstein, CAA, culminating in his tenure as Chief Creative Officer at JWT New York. His creative endeavors have garnered acclaim from prestigious entities such as Cannes, One Show Entertainment, The Sundance Film Festival, CES, and others.

In 2010, his contribution to the Bing-produced short film, "Para Fuera," earned recognition at The Sundance Film Festival. His contributions to product design for Northwell Health were celebrated at Cannes, the Clios, and the Jay Chiat Awards. In 2018, his work for Bongiovi Acoustic Labs was acknowledged in product design categories at CES.

Ben embarked on his journey with T Brand at The New York Times in May 2019, bringing his wealth of creative expertise to this esteemed institution.