Bell Pottinger Group appoints Director of Multimedia Content

Bell Pottinger has announced the appointment of Claire Southeard as its new Director of Multimedia Content, a specialist role to drive further broadcast activity across its public relations business.

Claire was previously Managing Director for TNR Communications. Her appointment at Bell Pottinger marks a further evolution of the brand in line with its fast-growing digital offering and long-established reputation for creative, impactful content.

David Wilson, Group Managing Director, said: "This appointment underpins Bell Pottinger's commitment to video and other visual content, as an integral part of our offer, and further expands our growing range of multimedia services.  Claire's expertise in the creation and delivery of high-impact video campaigns also complements the creative talent in the Group and presents us with a formidable business growth opportunity."

Claire commented: "I am delighted to join one of the strongest international public relations companies, and will be looking to further evolve Bell Pottinger's video platforms. Multi-media content should represent an essential part of any communications strategy and, used correctly, can be the driving force in a successful cross-platform campaign. Creating a dedicated, in-house video resource offers a fantastic opportunity for Bell Pottinger to further enhance its reputation for excellence."

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About Claire Southeard
Claire Southeard began her career as the first member of staff at TNR Communications (part of the Press Association) in 1999. Trained by journalists as a video producer and broadcast consultant, she produced award-winning campaigns including that on behalf of Speedo International in the first year of her career (Best Use of Broadcast, PR Week Awards). She became instrumental in the company’s growth over the next decade, developing a team of experts to excel in the creation and placement of video to compliment PR campaigns. Claire joined TNR's Board of Directors aged 27 and took over as Managing Director in April 2008.

For further information contact:
David Wilson, Bell Pottinger Group Managing Director
020 7861 2445

Claire Southeard, Bell Pottinger Group Director of Multimedia Content
020 7861 3061