Lovely words like circus, coffee and jackass.

Jake eats, sleeps, drinks, blinks and breathes this business. He has an awareness and understanding of great advertising and design stretching back decades before he was even born. And you can see that in everything he does. He's very aware of what's on trend, and he's very capable of using the newest tools, but his work also has a timeless quality to it. You can feel the influence of the greats in there without it ever being an imitation.

In all the years we worked together, I honestly can’t remember seeing Jake stumped for an idea. His first thoughts were always of the highest standard, but his own standards meant he never settled for first thoughts. He’s one of those people who thinks about the work constantly. The only concept Jake ever seemed to struggle with was “standard work hours”.

Apart from the many pitches Jake helped to win, he was also integral to McCann Bristol’s first Cannes Lion during my time as CCO. Still one of my happiest memories from a thick chapter full of happy McCann memories.

A seriously talented creative, and someone who cares deeply about doing the work properly and to the very highest standard – without ever forgetting it needs to shift perceptions and product too. He’s quite something.

Vince McSweeney, CCO, McCann Worldgroup

"Whoever came up with "Hungry Copywriters Wanted" should retire to a beach and never have to work again, like c'mon. Brilliant."

Andrew Tindall, System1

"Jake is a hugely talented creative who, most importantly knows what a proper idea looks like... and he has them in spades. Starting with that clear simple idea, he can then apply it equally effectively across any medium. Jake is an invaluable creative to have around. Not only is he full of ideas, he's brimming with initiative and proactivity too. If he's available, and you're looking, hire him. Though I can't guarantee I won't try to poach him back..."

Jon Elsom, Group Creative Director, McCann Central

"Jake spent a considerable amount of time working for the circus, he has bigger muscles than you and a fascination with Jackass but don't hold that against him. Creative, hardworking and when he bothers to make a cup of tea it's usually drinkable."

James Callahan, Creative Director and Founder, FutureDeluxe

"Jake has a terrific work ethic and infectious enthusiasm for the craft of advertising. His day doesn't end at 5.30, as he just doesn't stop thinking and creating. Jake very quickly made himself part of the furniture at AUK and a popular personality on the floor. And he's lightning quick with a Mac, equally happy turning round a set of brand guidelines or a brand film. He'll also babysit your office dog."

Zane Radcliffe, Creative Director, AUK

"I couldn't recommend Jake more highly. He has an infectious personality, he is overflowing with ideas and he makes a superb addition to our creative team. His only downfall is wishing he was around in the heyday of advertising, when TV was king and tobacco was smoked in the office."

Saman Mansourpour, Managing Director, AUK

"I want to punch whoever made this ad."

Unknown, Consumer Research