Jeff Gillette
Assistant Teaching Professor
Advertising, Public Relations and Media Design

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Jeff Gillette has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida and a master's degree from the top-ranking creative advertising school, VCU's Brandcenter. He started his career as a copywriter, quickly working his way up to Creative Director, and eventually became an Executive Creative Director. 

Over two decades, Jeff has worked in some of North America’s best agencies and companies, from Google, to Wieden + Kennedy, to Goodby Silverstein, and Crispin Porter. He has led creative work on many of the world’s biggest brands, including  Coca-Cola, Volkswagen, Burger King, Xfinity, and many more. 

Jeff is honored to have won every major industry award for his creative work, including a Cannes Titanium Lion. 

Fun fact: Jeff was married in Las Vegas by Elvis himself... and just recently renewed his vows with his amazing wife 24 years later – by the SAME Elvis!