John Emory Powers
John Emory Powers (1837–1919) was a highly influential American copywriter. The world's first full-time copywriter,: 53 he worked for the department stores Lord & Taylor and Wanamaker's before becoming a freelancer in 1886. Regarded as the father of modern creative advertising, he was inducted into the Advertising Hall of Fame in 1954.
John Emory Powers | |
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Born | 1837 |
Died | 1919 (aged 81–82) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Copywriter |
Known for | Writing ads for Lord & Taylor and Wanamaker's |
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