About

 

Hi, I’m Ricky, a writer and creative director.

I make ads for a living, but I really hate the idea of making ads. I’d like to think my job is to make brands entertaining and culturally relevant. When I’m not doing that, I’m probably out trying to find good ramen somewhere.

ricky.johanet@gmail.com

A behind the scenes glimpse at how the word-sausage gets made.


 

Experience

TBWA\Chiat\Day LA // 2026-Present

MullenLowe Los Angeles // 2021 - 2025

Energy BBDO // 2020 - 2021

Leo Burnett // 2018 - 2020

BBDO New York // 2014 - 2018

Education

Columbia College // Advertising

Magnet Theater NYC // Sketch & Improv

Second City Chicago // Sketch Writing