About me

Justin Trapp is an award-winning copywriter whose breadth of experience extends from general market to multicultural advertising. A leader in his profession, Trapp creates relevant messages and consumer engagement through ingenious copy ideas.

Justin has marketing experiences in a variety of sectors: Automotive (Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, General Motors, Ford, Lincoln and Mazda), Government (U.S. Navy), Retail (Walmart), Telecommunications (Verizon), Entertainment and Gaming (MGM Grand Detroit), the NBA (Detroit Pistons) and Tourism (Bermuda Department of Tourism). For these respective clients, Justin served as a lead Creative project manager – composing broadcast, print and social media advertising copy.

Advertising Age, Brandweek, Black Enterprise, ESSENCE, New York Times and online properties such as Ads of the World, MultiCultclassics and Kiss My Black Ads have all displayed and praised his ingenuity.

Justin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising from Michigan State University’s School for Communication Arts and Sciences where he excelled academically, graduating at the top of his class.

Justin is a husband and a father to a son currently attending Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. His school spirit is unmistakable, a true Spartan and a die-hard sports aficionado. Justin, a self-proclaimed “homer,” also enjoys sports trivia. Challenge him and see for yourself. He is also a “Sneakerhead.” Owning a slew of rare and hard-to-find sneakers.

His pioneering thinking and consumer-targets messages have gained him kudos and accolades: 2010 Silver David Ogilvy Award (US Navy) – 2008 Nielsen IAG #3 Most-Liked New TV Ad (Walmart) – 2005 Silver Microphone Award Winner (Autolite) – 2005 Aftermarket Award Winner (2) – 2003-2004 Detroit Creative Directors Council CADDY Award Winner (4) and the list continues to grow.