John West ‘It’s what it rejects’ via Clemenger BBDO

3 February 2026
 

Creative Agency: Clemenger BBDO
Media Agency: OMD

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"That makes John West the best."

John West is celebrating its quality tasting fish in a campaign via Clemenger BBDO 

"With a brand as iconic as John West, evolution had to be grounded in strategy,” said Simplot Australia senior director APAC marketing, Katie Saunders. 

“Staying true to our roots allowed us to deliver a modern iteration that feels fresh and relevant without losing the trust and familiarity that define John West." 

The integrated campaign will run across TV, digital, social, out-of-home and in‑store channels. 

Simplot Australia marketing manager – brand communications Eleanor Henry said they are grateful for the Clemenger team “who challenged us with this campaign and we're really proud of the final product.  

“It's the biggest campaign we’ve had for a number of years for John West, and the collaboration between our teams and the delivery from the Clemenger team has been incredible,” said Henry. 

Clemenger BBDO creative director, Tian Murphy said It’s a brilliant opportunity to bring to life a campaign that follows some of the most loved ads of all time, “and to help re-establish John West’s dominance as the number one brand in the category.” 

Credits 

Client: Simplot Australia 

Katie Saunders - Senior Director Marketing, APAC 
Jessica Romeo - Director Marketing Communications, Digital and Insights 
Eleanor Henry - Marketing Manager, Brand and Communications 
Bec de Xavier Pinto - Senior Marketing Manager, Pantry 
Ellie Gulliver - Marketing Manager, Shelf Seafood 
Deb Fabris - Marketing Specialist, Shelf Seafood 

Agency: Clemenger BBDO 

Production Co: The Sweetshop 

Director: Max Barden 

Stills Photographer / Social content: Ross Brown 

Music: Birdbrain 

VFX / Animation: Alt. VFX 

Media: OMD Australia 

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