Testimonials

I had the pleasure of working with Tim as our Senior Copywriter for 6+ years at JWT INSIDE. He’s one of the most creative people I’ve ever worked with and one of the hardest working. Multi-talented and always stretching his skills far beyond just writing into areas such as concepting, acting, editing, performance art…and a bit of stand up comedy to boot (if you’re lucky, he’ll deliver that in a variety of accents from Canadian to Kiwi).

Tim proved his copywriting talent for us immediately in Los Angeles office – jumping into projects for Farmers Insurance and establishing their employer brand. He helped reinvent TV for Hulu (as well as develop a fabulous careers brand) with a conversational tone that matched the brand perfectly.

Tim had the power of a diverse tone and could pivot from tech to healthcare messaging for clients like Stanford Healthcare – where he took a mere postcard writing assignment and expanded the work into print and web based solutions that continue to serve the foundation of this brand.

Finally, he led the way of the Un-carrier with T-Mobile, helping develop that brand by raising the bar – then stepping over it.

Tim also jumped at the opportunity to assist on pitches and was a great conceptual partner, adding ideas and the much needed words to the rough ideas or videos I would challenge him with. His hard work resulted in many top awards for JWT INSIDE, proving his creativity and ability to execute great ideas.

If we’re talking the right fit for your team, Tim is positive, witty and fun, and one of the hardest working people I’ve ever worked with.
— Bruce Carey, Creative Director, JWT INSIDE
Tim is my go-to whenever I need an enthusiastic creative partner. And he is the first person I think of when I’m asked for a referral. He brings a unique voice — and sense of humor — to every project, with the ability to go beyond clever headlines to build stories that truly inspire action.
— Jordan Lucoff, Vice President, Kantar
In the 20 years I worked at JWT INSIDE, I had the pleasure of working with a handful of talented professionals that really stood out. Tim is one such talent. He managed to surprise and delight even the most critical of clients. When Tim was working on one of your projects, you sat back and watched the magic happen. His copy was unexpected, perfectly aligned with the uniqueness of each brand, and delivered with an enthusiasm that was contagious. The only thing more memorable than his writing was his personality. He had great energy, was inspired by the work and inspired others to deliver their best.
— Leslie Salmon, Executive Consulting and Coaching
As a writer, producer and director, I’ve had the opportunity to work with Tim on a number of film projects, and it’s his unique voice and off-the-wall sense of humor that always takes things to the next level. Whether you’re building a brand story or charting a character’s journey, Tim brings enthusiasm and a love for the authentically unexpected to every challenge.
— Adam Ripp, Writer/Director/Producer, Vega Baby Productions
If you ‘re looking for a copywriter that respects the project without compromising his own expertise as a writer, don’t look any further. For the past five years, Tim has been helping us at Use All Five develop a variety of things for a variety of clients in different industries. From copywriting to storytelling to concept development, he can help in so many ways. My favorite thing is he can simplify complex, technical concepts so that everybody understands. Last but not least, he’s one of the funniest guys I know.
— Levi Brooks, CEO/Co-Founder, Use All Five
When I was working as a creative director at Bernard Hodes Group in LA, I hired Tim Stitzel as a copywriter. I still regard that hiring decision as one of my successes as a manager. Tim didn’t have previous agency experience at the time. But I had a gut feeling about him as a writer and it didn’t take long for him to prove me right. Tim became a highly valued member of our regional creative team. Years later, when I joined J. Walter Thompson INSIDE, I immediately encouraged my creative director to bring Tim on for a copywriter role. Again, Tim became a valued asset and soon earned the role of lead copywriter on the T-Mobile account.

Tim is an exceptionally talented copywriter, copy editor and screenwriter. The energy he brings to his work is inspiring. He approaches every new creative challenge with enthusiasm and originality. He can take dry information and make it entertaining and memorable. His passion for his work makes the whole team better. I had the pleasure of working with him at two different agencies and I remain a fan of his writing.
— Joel Valentincic, Former Creative Partner, Bernard Hodes Group
No one solves creative problems like Tim Stitzel. He has a preternatural ability to break challenges down, identify the core issues, and leverage his laser focus to create a “wow”-level solve. Tim is perhaps the most prolific creative I’ve ever met and brings a volume of solutions to every problem combined with a willingness to iterate toward the best solution possible. Not only that, but Tim’s also a joy to work with. Professional AND hilarious. Smart AND down-to-earth. Challenging AND encouraging. Tim gets the creative job done, bringing joy and excitement to the process.
— Jeff Davenport, Executive Speaker Coach
I’ve written screenplays with Tim, edited feature films with Tim, brainstormed writing projects with Tim, and even, during the lean years, shared a grocery bill or two with the man. In all of it, without fail, he was the buoyant one, the one with the positive energy and excitement to not only “let it breathe”, but to find that next level of goodness that would make the thing fly. Tim’s confidence is high and his talent is obvious, but he’s never overpowering. He’s working with you, making you better, and perfecting the product to boot. If he’d written this testimonial, he’d have won it an award.
— Robert Hornak, Filmmaker
In the few years I had the privilege of working alongside Tim, I found a true go-to creative, who could enthusiastically take on anything that was given to him. His writing style is crisp, clean and concise, with just the right amount of wit to draw you in. I always felt confident that any writing project given to Tim was in the right hands, and would produce results. A joy to work with!
— Steve Dole, Former VP/Creative Director, Western Region, Bernard Hodes Group
A weed is a plant considered undesirable in a particular situation, “a plant in the wrong place”. Composing communication is like weeding a garden. You want to strip back all the non-essentials and expose your ideas to the clear light of day. The best communicators in the world are uncommonly good editors and gardeners. Tim is, in my opinion, a great gardener.
— Jerry Fox, Retired Creative Director