Mark Tutssel (pictured), chief creative officer, Leo Burnett Worldwide will be heading the 57th Cannes Lions 2010 Film and Press juries.
“Mark’s profound industry knowledge, leadership expertise and extraordinary ability to nurture creative talent, are skills that combined with his passion for creative excellence make him an obvious choice for the demanding role of leading two Cannes juries.”, said Philip Thomas, CEO of the festival.
Tutssel claimed, “I am delighted and extremely flattered to be asked to preside over the world’s biggest celebration of creativity in communications.”
Tutssel has received a lot of creative recognition in his career which includes a Grand Prix at Cannes Lions. The Campaign magazine has named him the No.1 worldwide creative director, earning the title of top global creative crusader.
The festival is slated to begin on the 20th of June and go on till the 26th of June 2010.