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Beyond The Title

Beyond The Title

By Beyond The Title

Advertising industry identities laid bare.

Beyond the Title - co-created by Brittany Benitez and Joe Giuffrida would like to acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation. The traditional custodians of the land on which we record this podcast, and pay our respects to the Elders both past, present and emerging.
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Executive Creative Director & Oversharer - Matt Chandler

Beyond The TitleApr 23, 2024

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Executive Creative Director & Oversharer - Matt Chandler

Executive Creative Director & Oversharer - Matt Chandler

This week we had a chat with Matt about how his niece broke his ankle, obsession with Korean films & not being a Beatles guy.

He’s also a creative person.



Apr 23, 202411:35
Integrated Producer & Injury Prone Queen - Tayla Marlow

Integrated Producer & Injury Prone Queen - Tayla Marlow

This week we had a chat with Tayla about growing up with a chicken ice cream man, raising calves to save for a laptop & lying on an appliance store floor with two broken wrists.

She also produces things.



Apr 14, 202410:45
Chief Creative Tinker & Side Hustle Master - Paul Swann

Chief Creative Tinker & Side Hustle Master - Paul Swann

This week we had a chat with Paul about the world of side hustles, the impact of mentors & saying no to hugs.

He’s also a creative person.


Mar 26, 202411:21
Tech Program Director & Spontaneous Lady - Mina Samandar

Tech Program Director & Spontaneous Lady - Mina Samandar

This week we had a chat with Mina about her love of fish tacos, moving around the world more than 6 times, and the importance of breaks during your career to avoid burnout.

She’s also a tech wiz.


Mar 05, 202412:00
CEO & Student of Wine - Michael Rebelo

CEO & Student of Wine - Michael Rebelo

This week we had a chat with Mike how Star Wars defined his youth, keeping things real & his green thumb.

He also the head of a company.



Feb 20, 202413:27
Creative Director & D&D Master - Jared Wicker

Creative Director & D&D Master - Jared Wicker

This week we had a chat with Jared about being labeled as the white boy who couldn’t dance, how to escape being chased by a bear & letting his nerd flag fly.

He also directs creatives.



Feb 06, 202418:35
Senior Producer & Community Volunteer - Cassie Floriano

Senior Producer & Community Volunteer - Cassie Floriano

This week we had a chat with Cassie about singing through to do lists, accidentally eating goats in Italy & volunteering for an amazing cause that’s close to her heart.

She also produces things.

Jan 23, 202411:18
Art Director & Queen of the Ocean - Torika Taylor

Art Director & Queen of the Ocean - Torika Taylor

This week we had a chat with Torika about having a Fiji upbringing, a unique homemade tattoo & and her mesmerising tongue-twisting party trick.

She also creates art.

Episode link in bio.



Dec 12, 202310:19
Senior Strategist & Part time chef - Ola Olorunnimbe

Senior Strategist & Part time chef - Ola Olorunnimbe

This week we had a chat with Ola about coming from a global family, his fortnightly side hustle and work life balance. Check out Ola’s incredible dishes at @the.jollof.kitchen.

He also thinks fulltime.



Dec 06, 202310:51
Copywriter & Woo Girl - Grace Lemeech

Copywriter & Woo Girl - Grace Lemeech

This week we had a chat with Grace about growing up in Wagga, living the woo girl lyfe & embracing the teen emo stage we’ve all been through.

She also loves to write.



Nov 21, 202309:03
Executive Producer/Head of TV Content & Athlete swimmer - Michael Demosthenous

Executive Producer/Head of TV Content & Athlete swimmer - Michael Demosthenous

This week we had a chat with Mikey D about how a law degree led him to a role in production, putting a communications council on trial and getting his laptop taken hostage by a man with guns.

He also loves tv.



Nov 07, 202312:34
CCO & Surfer - Gavin Mcleod

CCO & Surfer - Gavin Mcleod

This week we had a chat with Gavin about taking opportunities, a global surfing trip and loving ugly babies. 


He’s also leads a pack of creative geniuses.



Oct 24, 202314:18
Head of Culture and Influence & Clown School graduate - Liana Rossi

Head of Culture and Influence & Clown School graduate - Liana Rossi

This week we had a chat with Liana about enrolling in Clown School, the challenge of making friends in another state & learning to put herself first.

She also influences culture.



Oct 10, 202312:25
Shooter/Ediot & Dare Devil - Matt Creighton

Shooter/Ediot & Dare Devil - Matt Creighton

This week we had a chat with Matt about surviving falling off a cliff, what he traded for a free ski season and what he has his sights set on for his next shoot. He also points cameras at things.

Sep 26, 202308:58
Associate Creative Director & Neighbourhood Samaritain - Dane Van Veen

Associate Creative Director & Neighbourhood Samaritain - Dane Van Veen

This week we had a chat with Dane about Facebook community groups, how he got free beer, and how a Disneyland wound healed itself.


He’s also a creative guy.



Sep 12, 202313:32
Chief Client Officer & World Traveller - Belinda Drew

Chief Client Officer & World Traveller - Belinda Drew

This week we had a chat with Belinda about the trip to India that transformed her life, the gift that went horribly wrong & mistakenly yelling at a man instead of her dog.  

She also juggles clients.


Aug 29, 202313:22
Strategy Partner & Karate Kid - Graham Alvarez-Jarratt

Strategy Partner & Karate Kid - Graham Alvarez-Jarratt

This week we had a chat with Graham about the world of coffee rituals, his dreams and aspirations of becoming the next 2024 Masterchef contestant, and being a Black Belt karate kid.

He’s also a master of thought refinement.


Aug 15, 202316:13
Business Manager & Gig Enthusiast - Armaity Pavri

Business Manager & Gig Enthusiast - Armaity Pavri

This week we had a chat with Armaity about perfect playlists, the importance of an active lifestyle, and the scam she almost fell for as an intern.

She also manages business.


Aug 01, 202312:16
Co-Founder, Consumer Psychologist, Chief Thinker & The ultimate burnout king - Adam Ferrier

Co-Founder, Consumer Psychologist, Chief Thinker & The ultimate burnout king - Adam Ferrier

This week we had a chat with Adam about rebelling against order, how he impressed an old flame & what makes people ‘cool’.

He is also a thinker.


Jul 18, 202311:44
Junior Strategist & Sneaker head - Benjamin Trini

Junior Strategist & Sneaker head - Benjamin Trini

This week we had a chat with Ben about how his obsession born from a necessity, how a shoe sale almost landed him a visit to gaol, and the reality of Italian traditions vs the movies.

He also plans things


Jul 04, 202315:13
CEO & Amateur Hairdresser - Imogen Hewitt

CEO & Amateur Hairdresser - Imogen Hewitt

This week, we had a chat with Imogen about why she received a threat of a lawsuit at 6 years old, how she builds a safe space in a pitch and how a blunt quote shaped her perspective on happiness. She's also the head of a company.

Jun 20, 202315:26
Finished Artist & Ray of Sunshine - Jayde Chan

Finished Artist & Ray of Sunshine - Jayde Chan

This week, we had a chat with Jayde about the ripple effect of good deeds, her grandparent’s love story and her fun fact about the design in Harry Potter. Check out jayde's amazing eye for design at @jayde.chan

Jun 06, 202310:08
Creative Technologist & Skateboarder - Laurent Marcus

Creative Technologist & Skateboarder - Laurent Marcus

This week, we had a chat with Laurent about his athletic hobby that enables him to see the world differently, the exciting world of Augmented Reality and travelling for love. He also does tech things.

May 23, 202309:48
Senior Designer & Nature Lover - Alysha Menzel

Senior Designer & Nature Lover - Alysha Menzel

This week, we had a chat with Alysha about discovering her identity as a First Nations woman, her close encounter with a farm animal and how she makes the most of her spare time

May 09, 202310:47
Project Director & Corgi Mum - Kelly Angus

Project Director & Corgi Mum - Kelly Angus

This week we had a chat with Kelly about onboarding rituals at the cheesecake factory, how extreme her puppy parenting is and 3am tattoos.


The beautiful Tilly's social accounts below:

@tilly_butt

TikTok: @tillycorgi 


May 02, 202308:54
Art Director & Short Course Aficionado - Danny Pattison

Art Director & Short Course Aficionado - Danny Pattison

This week, we had a chat with Danny about the myriad of short courses he’s undergone, eating reptiles in china, and awkward intros to the queen of Sweden. He also makes art.

Apr 25, 202309:33
People and Talent Coordinator - Joachim Subramaniam

People and Talent Coordinator - Joachim Subramaniam

This week, we had a chat with Joey about getting called out on the sports field, his involvement in the Aussie hip hop scene, and the food perks of being mixed heritage.

Content warning: This episode contains some moments addressing mental illness. If you are struggling, help is available - contact your GP for a Mental Health Plan or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Apr 18, 202311:55
Chief of Staff & Ex-Reality TV Star - Stacey Saunders

Chief of Staff & Ex-Reality TV Star - Stacey Saunders

This week, we had a chat with Stacey about reality TV, imposter syndrome, and giving tradies unsolicited life advice. She also manages people. Follow Stacey as she navigates her renovations at @wrenovations.

Apr 04, 202313:29
Art Director & Party Host - Katie Kidd

Art Director & Party Host - Katie Kidd

This week, we had a chat with Katie about how her family history predestined her to move to Australia, hosting the ultimate themed parties and practices that allow her to “breathe through the fire”. She also makes art.

Mar 21, 202310:00
Client Manager & Musician - Anastasi Tsiamis
Mar 14, 202314:59
Social & Content Lead & Traveller - Irnin Khan

Social & Content Lead & Traveller - Irnin Khan

This week, we had a chat with Irnin about gesturing in Turkish, her unexpected exploration of the adult industry via Duolingo, and making ceiling fans sound sexy.

Mar 07, 202312:32
Creative Director & Stand up Comedian - Scott Dettrick

Creative Director & Stand up Comedian - Scott Dettrick

This week, we had a chat with Scott about his collection founded through a midlife crisis, the iconic Australian brand that kickstarted his love for design, and how in-flight entertainment lead to a vocation for stand up comedy.
He also reviews ads.

Feb 14, 202310:50
Copywriter & DIY addict - Hannah Payton

Copywriter & DIY addict - Hannah Payton

This week we had a chat with Hannah about the traps of Pinterest references, how she scored free booze on the verge of death and how she convinced her dad to get inked on a NSFW body part. She also writes words.


Feb 07, 202309:14
General Manager/ECD & Musician - Simon Brock
Jan 31, 202314:12
Retoucher & Closet Hula Hooper - Angus Whalan

Retoucher & Closet Hula Hooper - Angus Whalan

This week we had a chat with Angus about bronies and the weird corners of the internet, their eccentric hobby they’ve tried to hide from their room mates and the importance of found family within the queer community.

Jan 24, 202312:24
Planner & Board Game Creator - Adelaide Day-Collett

Planner & Board Game Creator - Adelaide Day-Collett

This week we had a chat with Adelaide about her awfully specific criteria for making friends, the yoga retreat from hell and her prospective career in reality TV. She’s also a planner.

Jan 10, 202313:43
Creative Director & Veteran DJ - Sam Chappell

Creative Director & Veteran DJ - Sam Chappell

This week we had a chat with Sam about where he could have found himself working before advertising, which wikipedia page he has a special mention on and the one item he assumed came with every home in Australia. He also reviews ads.

Find Sam's project 'Mr. Dad Stuff' at: @mrdadstuff

Dec 13, 202210:40
Experience Manager & Amateur Boxer - Cat Sanders

Experience Manager & Amateur Boxer - Cat Sanders

This week we had a chat with Cat about what she geeks out over, why boxing changed her life and what she’s seen over her several years in advertising. She also shows people around.

Content warning: This episode contains some moments addressing mental illness. If you are struggling, help is available - contact your GP for a Mental Health Plan or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Nov 29, 202213:31
Digital Designer & Ex-Pro Baller - Jake Bruce
Nov 15, 202211:15
Copywriter & Aspirational Masterchef - Lizzie Wood

Copywriter & Aspirational Masterchef - Lizzie Wood

This week, we had a chat with Lizzie about The viral game that still has her in a chokehold, impromptu Masterchef challenges, and how sibling rivalry landed her an injury. She also writes words.
Nov 08, 202210:39
Head of Operations & Devoted Mum - Deborah Munro

Head of Operations & Devoted Mum - Deborah Munro

This week we had a chat with Deb about the joys of DIY, how a skin condition impacted her life and breaking free of her parent’s expectations. She also plans projects. Check out Deb’s side hustle “Trinkets & Treasures” on Instagram: @_trinketsandtreasures
Nov 01, 202211:26
Founder/Author & Movie Extra - Kevin Finn

Founder/Author & Movie Extra - Kevin Finn

This week, we had a chat with Kevin about the payoffs of taking risks, celebrity doppelgängers and working out with wolverine. He also writes books.

Pick up a copy of Kevin’s latest book “Brand Principles: How to be a 21st Century brand” out now.
https://www.booktopia.com.au/brand-principles-kevin-finn/book/9781761282157.html

Oct 25, 202217:45
Senior Business Manager & Norwegian Fisherman - Jack Asimus
Oct 18, 202209:53
GAD & Cross stitcher - Claire Thompson

GAD & Cross stitcher - Claire Thompson

This week, we had a chat with Claire about tacky tattoos, forensic psychology and her secret talent. She also wrangles suits & clients.
Find Claire’s work at: @claire_stitch_project

Oct 04, 202215:59
Creative & Beer Maker - Nicholas Duron

Creative & Beer Maker - Nicholas Duron

This week we had a chat with Nick about why someone wanted him dead, making sandwiches and the interesting location of his apartment. He also creates things.

Want to learn more about Nick's beer?

Check out his site here: https://doozbrews.mailchimpsites.com/

Instagram: @doozbrews

Sep 20, 202210:08
CEO & Surfer - Anthony Gregorio

CEO & Surfer - Anthony Gregorio

This week we had a chat with Ant about the things he collects (much to his wife’s annoyance), overcoming failures and the closest thing he has to religion in his life. He’s also the head of a company.

Sep 13, 202212:08
Copywriter & Florist - Jessie Staszkiewicz

Copywriter & Florist - Jessie Staszkiewicz

This week, we had a chat with Jessie about flowers, nudist beaches and the beauty of travelling the world. She also writes words.

Sep 06, 202207:38
Senior Designer & Artist - Justin Sayarath

Senior Designer & Artist - Justin Sayarath

This week, we had a chat with Justin about his unique upbringing, slug sex, and the words he lives by. He’s also a designer.

Find Justin's work at:
justinsayarath.com.au
Instagram: @justin_sayarath

Aug 30, 202211:06
Creator & Co-Creator - Brittany & Joe

Creator & Co-Creator - Brittany & Joe

Introducing… Us! Before taking you behind the people in advertising - we take you behind the podcast. We give you a taste of the questions we’ll be asking on the show and in doing so, give you a bit of insight into the people we are. Find out the best and worst advice we received, tips for staying motivated, what ‘old person’ things we do and more.

Find Brittany & Joe's work at:
Instagram: @brittany.benitez.design

www.josephgmedia.com
Instagram: @josephgmedia

Aug 16, 202217:24
Beyond the Title - Trailer

Beyond the Title - Trailer

“What do you do?”

A question we answer with our job titles. But, we are more than a designer, an account manager and a CEO - and that’s where the fun begins.

Welcome to Beyond the Title.

Aug 01, 202200:50