Irving Sonn papers, 1963-1977 and undated

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Summary

Creator:
Sonn, Irving
Abstract:
Irving Sonn was a copy writer for several advertising agencies including: Ted Bates & Co.; Ogilvy & Mather; Compton Advertising, Inc.; and Needham, Harper & Steers. The Irving Sonn Papers span the years 1963-1977 and contain general correspondence, clippings, memorabilia, photographs and presentation slides that primarily document the periods of Sonn's employment at Ted Bates & Co. and Needham, Harper & Steers. Also includes recordings of advertising spots and jingles in a variety of formats, including audiotape and cassettes; VHS and Umatic videocassettes; and 16mm film. Clients include: Burger King; Kodak; Kentucky Fried Chicken; and Toyota. Acquired as part of the John W. Hartman Center for Sales, Advertising & Marketing History.
Extent:
3.25 Linear Feet
2000 Items
Language:
Material in English
Collection ID:
RL.01232

Background

Scope and content:

The Irving Sonn Papers Span the years 1963-1977 and contain general correspondence, clippings, memorabilia, photographs and presentation slides that primarily document the periods of Sonn's employment at Ted Bates & Co. and Needham, Harper & Steers. Also includes recordings of advertising spots and jingles in a variety of formats, including audiotape and cassettes; VHS and Umatic videocassettes; and 16mm film. Clients include Burger King; Kodak; Kentucky Fried Chicken; and Toyota.

Biographical / historical:
Chronology List
Date Event
1926
Born
1949
Graduated from New York University; worked as news clerk at the New York Times
1955
Began employment at Cortez F. Enloe, a company specializing in ethical drug advertising
1957
Joined Ted Bates & Co.
1960
Copy Chief and Vice President, Compton Advertising, Inc. Worked on the Proctor & Gamble; Brown & Williamson; Pertussin; and Sterling Drug accounts
1963
Vice President, Associate Creative Director and Copy Group Head, Ogilvy, Benson & Mather
1965
Named the first New York Creative Director at Needham, Harper & Steers
1971
Rejoined Ted Bates & Co.
1979
Left Ted Bates & Co. Founded his own advertising boutique, Irv Sonn Advertising, Inc.
1980-1985
Executive Creative Director, McCann-Erickson, San Francisco
1992
Died, Monterey, Calif.
Acquisition information:
The Irving Sonn Papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a gift in 2004.
Processing information:

Processed by Ashley Urquhart, February 2009

Encoded by Jessica Wood, March 2009

Accession 2004-0143 is described in this finding aid.

Arrangement:

The collection is organized into four series: General Files, Slides, Audiovisual Materials and Plaques and Trophies. The General Files series contains correspondence, presentation scripts, clippings, awards ceremony programs and photographs primarily related to Sonn's employment at Ted Bates & Co. The Slides series contains slides used in print advertising campaigns of Ted Bates clients. Also includes slides for speeches and general market presentations, such as toiletries, household products, and food. The Audiovisual Materials series contains audio and videotapes of advertising spots, out takes, songs and jingles related to Ted Bates & Co. clients. The Plaques and Trophies series contains award plaques and trophies won by the Needham, Harper & Steers agency.

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[Identification of item], Irving Sonn Papers, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.