Havas has acquired DIGIZIK, a Brussels-based agency specializing in entertainment, music, and culture. DIGIZIK joins Havas Media Network’s experiential marketing arm, Havas Play, and will operate as “DIGIZIK by Havas Play,” marking the launch of Havas Play in Belgium. This strategic move expands Havas’ global Play network dedicated to creating content and experiences that connect people and brands through the passions that move them–music, sport, gaming, fashion and lifestyle. It also positions Havas as the go-to partner for brands seeking to connect with Belgian consumers through culture and entertainment. Founded in 2011 by François Charles and Grégory Lefillatre, DIGIZIK has become a benchmark in entertainment marketing in Belgium, positioning itself as a team of “Culture Shapers” who harness the power of music and entertainment to craft authentic stories and experiences that influence society. The agency brings together a team of specialists and a strong, well-connected network spanning key players in both the Belgian and international cultural scenes. Today, the agency works with about 30 active clients and has recently expanded into fashion, lifestyle, food, and sports. DIGIZIK’s portfolio includes major clients like Universal Music, BNP Paribas Fortis, Red Bull, Warner Music, Picon (Campari Group), Hey! (Orange), John Martin Brewery, and G-shock (Casio) as well as RTBF and STIB/MIVB. DIGIZIK has also produced event content with leading Francophone artists such as Stromae, Angèle, Bigflo & Oli, Major Lazer, and Justice, among other emerging talents….
Rep Report for March 13, 2026
Abandon Editorial in West Hollywood, Calif., has signed Michaël Dimitri of boutique representation company dimitri + co to handle the West Coast.... With decades of experience working across commercial production and agency partnerships, Brad Grubaugh of Goodrebel has joined Spiders & Sparrows as an independent sales representative covering the West Coast territory. Spiders & Sparrows, founded by Damon Meena and Aaron Baumle, is a global creative production and talent representation company working across live-action directing, design, animation, experiential production, and emerging AI-driven workflows. Grubaugh will focus on building relationships with agencies, brands, and creative partners across the West Coast while introducing the Spider & Sparrows’ roster of directors and creative studios to new opportunities.... Time Based Arts, the VFX and color grading studio located in the Shoreditch area of London, has brought Georgie Evans on board as new business executive producer. Evans joins the team, having worked across both television and advertising, with previous roles at Agile Films, Bullion, SMUGGLER and BBC Studios. Based in the Shoreditch shop, she will be working closely with the senior leadership team to develop and nurture client relationships, collaborating with brands, agencies and production companies to help deliver world-class creative solutions. The new hire comes off the back of a run of high-profile work created by the studio, including the standout Super Bowl commercial, Budweiser “American Icons” with director Henry-Alex Rubin, Absolut x Tabasco “For Those Who Bring the Heat” directed by Leigh Powis... Read More