John Zilly
founder > creative director > brand strategist > author > good person >


At Vimazi, we created the first ever pace-tuned running shoe. They're changing the way runners think about running. As co-founder and creative director, I've built the brand from Day 1. Get in touch: john.zilly@vimazi.com | Sign up for updates at Vimazi Running



At MP59, I've helped companies and organizations communicate in more focused, authentic, and effective ways. We specialize in Brand Gravity, a proprietary process that defines the meaning, purpose, and high level brand messaging. > Milepost 59
Here's a link to some of the work I've done. > Milepost59 Portfolio

Check out Rhamani Sandals. They're multifunable and ridiculously comfortable. Buy a pair! > Rhamani Sandals

For more, check out my LinkedIn profile. > John Zilly

I wrote, creative directed, and published five iOS apps, including RunCrush, DayHikeGear, and Overachieveies.
Unfortunately, they're no longer on the app store.

This links to a few of the best-selling guidebooks I've written. > On Amazon

Shout out to the talented Pete D'Agostino, who often designs for Vimazi, Milepost59, and Adventure Press. > D'Agostino Design



ZILLY’S PROPRIETARY LANGUAGE & BRANDING TOOLS
> Brand Gravity - Workshop, tool, and guide that defines a brand’s purpose and meaning
> Benefits Translator - Tool used to translate rational features into emotional benefits
> Language Matrix - Process that creates authentic on-brand phrases and headlines
> Action-Response Maps - Visualizations and decision charts that focus brand communication
> Archetype Tool - Process to define and integrate brand archetypes into language and design


AWARDS & MILESTONES
> Taught - advertising and copywriting classes at School of Visual Concepts
> Created - Award-winning Super Bowl spot
> Honored - Cannes (x2), CA, Graphis, NW ADDY Best in Show, One Show, Mercuries, Seattle Show (x3),
Soundies (x2), National Novel Writing Month (x3), DG Prize creative writing
> Selected - AdCritic Spot of the Day & Print Pick of the Day, Shoot Magazine, Best Work You May Never See

talktozilly@gmail.com >  206.200.2578