THE FIFTH Agency Launches in US with Powerhouse Creative Strategy and Operations Hires from TikTok and 72andSunny 

Award-winning UK social creative agency THE FIFTH, known for its viral creator marketing campaigns, today announced two new hires to its Los Angeles-based team, as the company expands in the US. Subin Kim joins as Creative Strategy Director and Shannon Reed joins as Vice President of Accounts & Operations.   

An early expert in the evolving creator industry, Subin Kim, who will lead the strategy team at THE FIFTH, will work closely with brand clients to redefine the role of social and entertainment today. Subin was the first creative strategy hire for the TikTok LA office, leading its entertainment vertical and building out the platform’s Creative Lab. Subin is tasked with growing THE FIFTH’s client portfolio and providing both strategic and creative direction for brands.

Shannon Reed officially joins THE FIFTH as Vice President of Accounts and Operations. As THE FIFTH expands into the U.S. market, she will be responsible for developing and managing the local client roster and is passionate about establishing professionalism around the evolving creator space. With 12+ years of deep agency experience from Droga to 72andSunny, Shannon brings valuable client relations expertise across a variety of verticals, including major tech industry campaigns. 

Based at FOX Studios in LA and supported by parent company News UK and News Corp, THE FIFTH will continue its mission to deliver outstanding social creative campaigns by leading with culture and a trusted, transparent and professional approach. 

Since launch in 2019, THE FIFTH has seen rapid growth from its creative-led influencer marketing proposition. Combining strategy, social insight, and cultural expertise, THE FIFTH has executed viral, inspirational, and lasting campaigns for the world’s most notable consumer brands out of its UK headquarters, and aims to duplicate its efforts in the US. UK clients include Disney, YouTube, Fenty Beauty, UKTV and Square. The business was also recently awarded four awards at the prestigious Influencer Marketing Awards 2022, including an award for its work with YouTube. 

Oliver Lewis, CEO of THE FIFTH, said: “Identifying the right leaders is crucial to the growth of our business and expansion into the US market. The appointment of Subin and Shannon is a testament to THE FIFTH’S commitment to stateside operations and global growth. The combined agency, tech and entertainment experience both leaders bring will undoubtedly strengthen our position as a social creative agency. We are thrilled to have them join the family.