Neal Hicks

Neal Hicks is an accomplished creative leader with extensive experience in video marketing and production. Currently serving as the Head of Creative for Video Marketing at Shopify since March 2017, Neal oversees the creation of compelling video content that promotes Shopify’s products and merchant stories. Previous roles include Creative Lead for Brand Storytelling and Senior Producer at Shopify Studios, where data-driven narratives were developed to enhance brand affinity. Neal also held significant positions at SubPac Inc. as Director of Video Production, at the Stephen Lewis Foundation as Senior Video Director, and in various roles focused on media training and advocacy across different organizations. Neal holds degrees from prestigious institutions, including a Master's in Media and Human Rights from The New School and an Executive Education in Strategic Storytelling from Columbia University.