JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA // Martin Schlumpf is the Executive Creative Director at Joe Public South Africa. He believes that advertisers have the power to drive progress and positively impact the world through creativity. Martin is passionate about work that inspires and moves people on a deeply personal level, achieved through honesty, authenticity, and humanity.

He champions creativity that celebrates who we are, breaks down stereotypes, and challenges racial, cultural, and gender biases.

With over 20 years of experience in advertising, Martin has worked across all disciplines, including film, print, activations, direct, design, digital, and radio. He has played a key role in building established brands and launching new ones, leading numerous 360-degree campaigns from concept to execution across industries ranging from banking to fast food.

Martin is currently ranked the No. 1 Executive Creative Director in Africa and the Middle East, according to the 2025 Loeries Awards. His work has earned multiple accolades both locally and internationally, including recognition at Cannes Lions, D&AD, The One Show, LIA, Clios, and Effies.