J.R. Roach

Associate Creative Director - Copy at GYK Antler

J.R. Roach has had a long and varied career in the creative and communications industry. In 2021, J.R. began working as an Associate Creative Director - Copy and Senior Copywriter for GYK Antler. From 2015 to 2021, J.R. worked at Hill Holliday in various roles, including Senior Copywriter, Copywriter, Junior Copywriter, and Freelance Copywriter. In 2017, J.R. served as a PR Consultant for Cindy Friedman for State Senate (MA - Middlesex 4th District), contributing the campaign slogan and writing press releases. From 2010 to 2015, J.R. was Assistant to the Sovereign Grand Commander for the Supreme Council, A.A.S.R., N.M.J., managing multi-channel communication planning, copywriting, researching, and editing the quarterly magazine, The Northern Light. From 2007 to 2010, J.R. worked as an Advertising Sales Executive and Distribution Manager for Dig Publishing. In 2006, J.R. was the Director of Operations for Future Classic.

J.R. Roach attended Woodberry Forest School from 1988 to 1992, graduating with a High School Diploma. J.R. then went on to pursue a degree in Music Industry at Northeastern University.

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Timeline

  • Associate Creative Director - Copy

    December, 2022 - present

  • Senior Copywriter

    October, 2021