Junji Hase

Junji Hase is an experienced creative professional with a focus on brand innovation and advertising. Currently serving as the APAC Principal Creative Director at Amazon Ads since October 2017, Junji leads initiatives to unlock new branding opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region. Previously held the position of Head of the Brand Innovation Lab Japan within Amazon Ads, where the focus was on creating innovative advertising experiences. Junji's career spans extensive freelance and in-house roles, including as a Creative Director from October 2016 to September 2017 and an Art Director at Apple Inc. for over a decade. Early career experiences include senior designer positions at Imagination and Landor, along with design assistance roles at Matsumoto Inc. and Pentagram. Junji holds a BFA in Communication Design from Pratt Institute and attended the State University of New York, Oneonta.