Vaughn signed on at Y&R as a writer in 2000. For most of the time since, his focus has been on retail and response-driven advertising that builds brands. Vaughn’s main role at Y&R is keeping the creative department well fed and happy, in order that they might continue to crank out astounding work for our stellar portfolio of clients. A regular speaker and writer on advertising issues, Vaughn is a sometimes outspoken champion of hard-working advertising that does the business for the people who pay for it.

Outside work, Vaughn is a qualified marksman on the Browning 9mm pistol and holds an Air Transport Pilot’s Licence, both qualifications obtained in his previous life as an RNZAF pilot. Like all New Zealanders, Vaughn owns three sheep.