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Dave Horton

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CCO / Partner at Special U.S.
📍 Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States

Dave Horton is the Chief Creative Officer and a Partner at Special U. S. , leveraging a distinguished career as a Creative Director at agencies like TBWA\Chiat\Day and 180LA. A graduate of California State University, Fullerton, he is recognized for leading high-profile, award-winning advertising campaigns.

Daves work showcases a deep passion for witty, humorous, and collaborative projects. His long-standing creative partnership, "Matt&Dave, " with Matthew Woodhams-Roberts has produced a significant body of work, indicating a preference for creatively driven collaborations that blend professional and personal creative expression.

His teams innovative campaign for Uber Eats allowed viewers to build their own Super Bowl commercial directly within the app.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
CCO / Partner
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States
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Humorous Advertising
He champions witty copy and comedic concepts, evident in his celebrated, pun-filled campaigns for major brands like Uber Eats.
Creative Partnerships
His long-standing collaboration "Matt&Dave" with Matthew Woodhams-Roberts underscores his belief in the power of strong creative partnerships to produce standout work.
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Career

Work history

10-2020
CCO / Partner
Special U.S.
7-2019
Freelance Creative Director / Director
Matt&Dave
3-2015 - 9-2018
Creative Director
TBWA\Chiat\Day
2-2010 - 3-2015
Creative Director
180LA
3-2005 - 2-2010
Copywriter
Team One
In the press

Media appearances

Matthew Woodhams‑Roberts and Dave Horton of Special U.S. on the Ability to Persevere. Featured in Muse by Clio's
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Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA
California State University, Fullerton
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