I’m looking to lead 360 campaigns for teams that value clarity, creativity, and collaboration. I turn smart ideas into work that lands.
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Justin Barner
@justinbarner
Strategic account lead with 12+ years delivering 360° and experiential campaigns that land.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a creative-minded operator with 12+ years leading integrated campaigns across CPG, entertainment, lifestyle, and wellness. I specialize in turning big ideas into real-world execution through smart strategy, sharp creative, and hands-on production. Trusted by brands like Pepsi, Red Bull, and Levi’s, I build client confidence, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver work that resonates.
At McKinney, I helped launch the most successful campaign in client history by aligning insight, creative, and execution. I’ve led 360° campaigns from pitch through launch owning budgets, scopes, and timelines while driving long-term growth. I keep strategy clear, execution tight, and teams moving.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
RC
Current
Strategy + Client Services Lead
RMNG Creative
Led strategy and creative development for experiential campaigns across CPG and wellness clients. Translated client goals into actionable briefs and campaign plans from pitch through execution.
SW
Client Services Lead
Sweet&Chilli
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Led integrated activations for Pepsi, Red Bull, and Casa Azul across experiential, digital, and influencer channels. Managed client accounts from RFP through execution, including briefs, budgets, timelines, and reporting.
MC
Account Director
McKinney
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)
Delivered the most successful campaign in client history by aligning strategy, creative, and execution. Led 360° campaigns across TV, social, digital, print, and OOH from concept through launch.
TP
Creative Project Manager
The Bureau of Small Projects
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Developed brand platforms and messaging for wellness, nonprofit, and DTC clients. Led naming, visual identity, and brand guideline creation alongside creative teams.
DE
Account Director
Derse
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Managed $4M+ in annual experiential campaigns for global brands like Lacoste and Levi’s. Led concepting, logistics, fabrication, and production for retail builds, trade shows, and branded events.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UP
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing
Studied business administration with a focus on marketing. Gained foundational knowledge in marketing principles and strategies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
100k-200k USD
Social media
Job categories
Skills
AdvertisingExperiential Marketing Mastery360 CommunicationsAccount ManagementScopes Of WorkClient ServicesCross Functional Team ManagementProduction ManagementBrandingTimelines ManagementPitch DevelopmentContent MarketingContent StrategyContent DevelopmentAgencyIntegrated Agency OperationsTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementTeam CollaborationIntegrated MarketingBrand ExperiencesCampaign StrategyClient Relationship ManagementCreative BriefingBudgetingCross Functional CollaborationBrand Strategy
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