Oliver

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Oliver Hazelwood is the former Global Design Director at WIRED, where he played a key role in shaping the creative direction and visual execution of one of the world’s leading publications. In 2024, he was named Art Director of the Year – Consumer by the British Society of Magazine Editors (BSME) and was shortlisted for Designer of the Year by the Professional Publishers Association (PPA) in both 2023 and 2024.

Before joining WIRED, Oliver served as Senior Designer at British GQ, where he refined his craft in luxury and editorial design. Earlier in his career, he worked at a creative agency leading branding projects for restaurants and bars, as well as developing event identities for Hilton Hotels across Europe.

Outside of work, Oliver is an avid football and motorsport enthusiast and can often be found in the stands or trackside on weekends.

Oliver’s career reflects a deep commitment to creative excellence, leaving a lasting impact on the visual storytelling of world-class publications and global brands alike.

Awards and recognitions

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA

2025

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA 2025

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA

2025

Nominee BSME Art Director of The Year

2025

Nominee BSME Art Director of The Year 2025

Nominee BSME Art Director of The Year

2025

BSME Art Director of The Year

2024

BSME Art Director of The Year 2024

BSME Art Director of The Year

2024

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA

2024

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA 2024

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA

2024

Nominee Art Director of The Year BSME

2023

Nominee Art Director of The Year BSME 2023

Nominee Art Director of The Year BSME

2023

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA

2023

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA 2023

Nominee Designer of The Year PPA

2023

Experience

Global Design Director, WIRED

2024-2026

Global Design Director, WIRED

2024-2026

Global Design Director, WIRED

2024-2026

UK Art Director, WIRED

2022-2024

UK Art Director, WIRED

2022-2024

UK Art Director, WIRED

2022-2024

Senior Designer, British GQ

2019-2022

Senior Designer, British GQ

2019-2022

Senior Designer, British GQ

2019-2022

Branding Designer, Progress

2017-2019

Branding Designer, Progress

2017-2019

Branding Designer, Progress

2017-2019