laureano manuel grisotto
@laureanomanuelgrisot
Creative Director and Innovation leader driving award-winning, culturally resonant brand work.
What I'm looking for
I am a Creative Director and Innovation leader with 13+ years creating integrated, multicultural campaigns across U.S. Hispanic, LATAM and global markets. I build brand platforms and culturally resonant ideas that have earned more than 60 international awards, including D&AD, Effie and One Show.
My work blends strategic storytelling, performance creativity and cross-functional collaboration; I have led teams and pitches, improved ROI through data-led creativity, and contributed to Grand Prix-winning campaigns. I am bilingual (Spanish/English) and experienced in remote and multicultural environments.
I mentor and teach creative strategy and innovation, and I continue freelancing for agencies and brands while completing an MBA to strengthen my business and leadership impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Creative Director
Freelance
May 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Provide creative direction, brand strategy, and concept development for multinational clients, delivering award-winning digital and integrated campaigns and supporting high-pressure pitches and product launches.
Mentor / Teacher
Miami Ad School
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 9 months)
Taught creative strategy, concepting, and innovation across three campuses and guided student teams to Clio and Future Lions shortlists.
Innovation & Creative Director
Digo Hispanic Media
Jan 2022 - May 2024 (2 years 4 months)
Led 15+ integrated campaigns for U.S. Hispanic and Puerto Rico markets and improved ROI by 40% through data-led creative strategies.
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Wings The Agency
Mar 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 6 months)
Co-founded agency and led creative direction for campaigns, producing the most awarded campaign in Venezuelan history and generating over $2M in earned media.
Innovation Director
AMC GroupM Caribbean
Dec 2021 - Aug 2022 (8 months)
Led innovation initiatives for TotalEnergies across Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and St. Kitts, developing market-specific creative solutions and activation strategies.
Senior Creative
MullenLowe SSP3
Aug 2021 - Mar 2022 (7 months)
Contributed to Grand Prix-winning campaigns, developing creative concepts and collaborating across creative teams to execute high-impact work.
Creative Director
Garabato MullenLowe
Oct 2020 - Aug 2021 (10 months)
Directed campaigns for clients including LG, Burger King, and CONMEBOL, overseeing creative teams to deliver integrated brand and activation work.
Senior Copywriter
MullenLowe Interamerica
Jan 2016 - Jan 2020 (4 years)
Served as senior copywriter and agency representative on the global creative council, crafting concepts and copy for regional and global campaigns.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
EUDE Business School
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Pursuing an MBA in Business Administration with expected completion in 2025.
Miami Ad School
Master of Arts, Digital Innovation
Completed a Master of Arts in Digital Innovation focused on creative and digital strategies.
Brother Caracas
Master of Arts, Advertising
Completed a Master of Arts in Advertising with emphasis on creative advertising practices.
Universidad Central de Venezuela
Bachelor of Arts, Literature
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Literature, studying literary analysis and communication.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
behance.net/laureanogrisottoPortfolio
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