Tim Julian brings a wealth of strategic insight and a deep understanding of the broader cultural landscape to Simon Oldfield Art Associates. With a distinguished career spanning television, film, entertainment, and significant work with leading cultural institutions, Tim has consistently operated at the highest levels, notably as a senior leader at The Walt Disney Company, where he directed international marketing, brand, and market research. He subsequently established his own international agency, providing strategic counsel across the creative and cultural sectors, cultivating a profound understanding of creative production and audience engagement from all perspectives.
Tim’s extensive experience has been consistently data-driven, providing him with a unique ability to analyze market trends and inform strategic decision-making. This analytical approach complements Simon Oldfield Art Associates’ commitment to providing clients with a professional and informed service. Tim’s expertise helps clients navigate the art market with clarity and confidence, ensuring their decisions are supported by robust data and insight. He has played a strategic role in the development of numerous significant cultural brands and movements, including, for example, Net-a-Porter and BBC iPlayer. He has also worked on highly strategic projects for leading cultural institutions, including the BBC, Sky Arts, the Royal Opera House, and the Royal Albert Hall. His contributions to the advisory board of Pindrop, including its programmes at the Royal Academy of Arts, BAFTA, and its Arts Council England book tour at Tate Liverpool, Turner Contemporary, Pallant House Gallery, and The New Art Gallery Walsall, further illustrate his ability to bridge the gap between artistic vision and diverse audiences.
At Simon Oldfield Art Associates, Tim leverages his comprehensive understanding of the creative and cultural landscape to enhance the firm’s client services, which encompass a holistic and strategic approach to building art collections and cultural projects. He works closely with clients, ensuring seamless delivery and exemplary service, mirroring the firm’s commitment to providing a holistic and strategic approach to art-related projects. Tim's ability to bridge the gap between artistic vision and audience reception aligns perfectly with the firm’s dedication to fostering meaningful connections within the art world.