MEET THE TEAM
At FizzyPop
At FizzyPop We Succeed Together
Our team of specialists work together to play to our strengths of strategy, creativity, delivery and technical expertise. We’re not just a group of individuals, we’re a collective force bound by a shared vision.
Our Team
Tom Young
Director
With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, Tom leads FizzyPop with bold ideas, strategic insight, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. His focus on collaboration and creativity ensures our team consistently exceeds expectations.
Kat Robinson
Key Account Manager
Kat keeps our marketing campaigns running smoothly, from the first brief to the final result. Known for her sharp eye for detail and knack for finding solutions to any problem, she ensures every project delivers on time, on budget, and to the highest standard. When there’s a challenge, Kat’s the one who gets it done.
Iain Urquhart
Media Director
With over 20 years of experience spanning a multitude of diverse sectors, Iain is a seasoned traditional and digital media professional. Iain’s proficiency ensures that we get the best value across all platforms and media strategies that set our clients up for success from the outset.
Kristen Curran
Art Director
Kristen is a creative powerhouse – combining creative talent with a positive, can-do attitude. She’s skilled in creating storyboards, directing TV shoots, and designing for web & advertising.
Jerome Brown
Lead Developer
An innovative web developer, Jerome loves developing websites that perform as well and look as good as he does.
Charlotte Reid
Digital Motion Graphics Designer
Charlotte is our resident motion genius — a passionate creative with a sharp eye for videography, animation, and post-production. She brings fresh energy to every project she touches. What we love most? Charlotte’s genuine passion for storytelling, her knack for turning ideas into polished visuals, and the way she fits right into our creative rhythm.
Amelia Poulgrain
Accounts Executive
Amelia is our Accounts Executive, meaning she does a little bit of everything! With a Bachelor of Communication, majoring in Digital Marketing her passion is to make your business thrive through a mix of strategy and creativity.
Liv Frost
Graphic Design & UX Specialist
Liv blends design flair with technical know-how, sitting neatly between creative and development. She supports on web, social, and EDM design, while also bringing her passion for photography into the mix. With a sharp eye for colour, composition, and brand storytelling, Liv’s work helps ideas not just look great but feel authentic.
James McKinley-Blake
Junior Marketing Coordinator
He’s joined us at FizzyPop as a Junior Marketing Coordinator for his internship from @eit_hawkes_bay, while finishing up his Bachelor of Business Studies (double majoring in Marketing and Management). James is already making himself useful across all sorts of projects, bringing a smart mix of creativity, curiosity, and karate discipline. Yep – James is a black belt. We’re stoked to have him in the studio and can’t wait to see what he tackles next.
Our Collaborators
Erik Hay
Creative Director
A compelling storyteller, Erik works closely with our Media Director and Art Director to create concepts that resonate and amplify our clients’ presence.
Jack Pritchard
Cultural Consultant
At FizzyPop we understand it’s incredibly important that all our work is produced in harmony with our environment and culture. Jack acts as our cultural consultant to provide guidance for all things cultural.
Ko Jack a ho (I’m Jack)
Ko Takitimu toku waka (Takitimu is my canoe)
Ko Ngati Kahungunu toku Iwi (Ngati Kahungunu is my tribe)
Ko Ngati Te Upokoiri a Hine Manu toku hapu (Ngati Te Upokoiri and Hine Manu are my sub-tribes)
Ko Omahu toku marae (Omahu is my marae)
Ko Ngaruroro toku Awa (Ngaruroro is my river)
Ko Puketapu toku maunga (Puketapu is my mountain)