2 minutes with Fahiema Naidoo

💼Career and Work

What’s been your biggest ‘pinch me’ moment in your career so far?
One of my biggest ‘pinch me’ moments was leading a project that brought together people from completely different backgrounds and seeing how collaborative thinking transformed the final outcome. Watching ideas evolve into something meaningful, and knowing I played a part in shaping that process, was incredibly rewarding.

What made you want to work in the advertising, creative or education sector?
I’ve always been drawn to spaces where creativity and purpose meet. Advertising and education both allow you to influence how people think, feel and engage with the world. The idea of helping shape narratives, spark curiosity and make information accessible really motivated me to pursue this path.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received or like to give?
“Listen with the intention to understand, not to respond.” It’s simple but has changed the way I communicate and collaborate.

If you could swap roles with someone at Hunterlodge for a day, who would it be and why?
I’d love to swap with someone on the creative team. I’m always fascinated by how they bring ideas to life visually, and spending a day in their world would give me a fresh perspective on the work we deliver.

🌍Personality and Preferences

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, exploring new Korean cuisines and soaking up the festive energy of the Christmas season. I spend most of my downtime with my dog, collecting Popmart figures, and unwinding with anime or manga.

What three words would your friends use to describe you?
Warm, thoughtful, and curious.

What’s something on your bucket list you haven’t done yet?
A solo trip through Japan. The culture, the food and the blend of tradition and technology have always fascinated me.

Are you more of a sunrise or sunset person, and why?
Sunset. There’s something calming about slowing down at the end of the day and reflecting — plus the colours never disappoint.

If you had to delete all but three apps from your phone, which would you keep?
WhatsApp to stay connected, Spotify for music and podcasts, and Google Maps because I’d be lost without it.

Quickfire: This or That

☕Coffee or tea? Neither

📕Books or podcasts? Podcasts

🐶Cats or dogs? Dogs

⛰️City break or countryside escape? Countryside escape

⏰Early bird or night owl? Night owl

🍫Sweet or savoury? Sweet

If you’re interested in a career in advertising, then get in touch: nick.friend@hunterlodge.co.uk