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Apparently, speaking about oneself in the third person has become the new first person.
By extension, that makes it slightly embarrassing.
So here’s a short biography written in the fourth person.
Someone once said that someone once mentioned that Agustín is a Storyteller and Creative Director / Art Director, based in the U.S., and an O-1B visa holder. No sponsorship required. Available for both freelance and full-time work.
A friend told someone who heard that his work has been recognised at international festivals such as Cannes and D&AD, and that he’s helped win pitches for brands like Buchanan’s, Pfizer, and Progressive in the U.S. market.
Rumour has it he’s also worked across the United States, Canada, Mexico, the U.K., Germany, Spain and Brazil, collaborating with agencies that still believe stories matter.
Someone close to him insists he’s learned a few things along the way: strategy, storytelling and a suspicious degree of resilience.
But that may just be fourth-person exaggeration.
Collabs
Gut Agency, São Paulo
Droga5, New York
Accenture Song, New York
Small, New York
Crispin, U.S.
Arnold, Boston
Nice & Frank, San Francisco
Havas, Chicago
SCC, Chicago
Dieste, Dallas
Inspire, Dallas
Third Ear, Austin
Cossette, Toronto
WPP Open X, Berlin
M&C Saatchi, London
WPP Open X, Madrid
Ogilvy, Madrid
MRM, Madrid
Havas, Latam
Experience
Freelance Creative Director, Global
2022 — Present
Associate Creative Director, CPB U.S.
2021 — 2021
Senior Art Director, Leo Burnett Brazil
2018 — 2020
Senior Art Director, F.biz WPP Brazil
2016 — 2017
Senior Art Director, Mullen Lowe Brazil
2014 — 2016
Senior Art Director, Ogilvy Brazil
2012 — 2014
Senior Art Director, Lowe Uruguay
2006 — 2012
Industries & Clients
Technology & Entertainment: Google Pixel U.S., Coinbase,
Epson (pitched & won), Virgin Media O2.
Spirits & Beverage: Buchanan's U.S. (pitched & won),
Coca-Cola Zero, Pepsi (pitched & won), Great Jones Distillery, Goose Island.
Food & CPG: Lay’s, Hellmann's, Subway, Dove, Axe, Nivea.
Health & Wellness: Pfizer U.S. (pitched & won), Sanofi, NAR.
Retail & QSR: Hotels.com U.S.
Automotive & Mobility: General Motors, Honda, Renault, KIA.
Sports & Games: Sportv, San Francisco Giants, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Cubs.
Finance & Insurance: Progressive U.S. (pitched & won), Santander Latam (pitched & won), Nubank.
References
If you’d like to hear more about me from someone else’s perspective, feel free to reach out to some of the great people I’ve worked with.
Gabriel Castelo Branco, GCD at Digitas, New York
Laura Florence, CCO at Rise & Run an IPG, New York
Valentina Sulbarán, GCD at Dieste, Dallas
Federico Russi, CCO at Publicis, México
Vinicius Stanzione, CEO at Leo Burnett, Brazil
Ana Luiza Cavalcanti, ECD at TBWA, Brazil
Skills
Creative Direction / Art Direction / Storytelling / Strategic Thinking / Team Leadership / Concept Development.
Multilingual skills
English • Professional
Portuguese • Professional
Spanish • Native
Education
School of Arts • Contemporary Art (2008)
Brother Ad School• Creativity (2007)
ORT University • 3D Model & Animation (2004 - 2006)
School of Arts • Graphic Design (2002 - 2004)
What others say about my work
Abe Garcia
Chief Creative Officer at Dieste New York / LA / Dallas
“Agustin has an incredible knack for generating fresh, innovative ideas that genuinely connect with people. His creativity knows no bounds, and he consistently turns concepts into engaging stories that stay with you. It’s no surprise we won multiple pitches together.”
“What I admire most is his collaborative spirit — he makes sure every voice is heard, creating an atmosphere that’s both positive and inspiring. Watching him bring out the best in a team while keeping the energy high is remarkable.”
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Guilherme Jahara
Founder & Chief Creative Officer at Dark Kitchen Creatives Brazil
“Agustin is one of those rare creatives who combine strong conceptual thinking with exceptional craft. His ideas are fresh, relevant, and always deeply connected to culture and human insight.”
“He brings energy, curiosity, and a genuine sense of collaboration to every room he’s in.
Whether it’s a global brand or a fintech startup, he always finds the right tone and visual language to make ideas stand out.”
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Pablo Cachon
Creative Director for Uber at Ogilvy Madrid
“His concept-driven approach, combined with an impeccable eye for craft, results in work that not only resonates deeply but also travels far. Together, we celebrated great success with Coca-Cola Zero Disruptions, earning international recognition for its cultural relevance.”
“Agustin is a visionary creative who consistently delivers impactful, globally resonant storytelling. His passion for exploring human behavior and transforming insights into powerful ideas makes him a true creative leader.”
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Selected Awards & Recognitions
CANNES LIONS
Gold · Press · Amnesty
Gold · Outdoor · Amnesty
Bronze · Film · Ducoco
Bronze · PR · Amnesty
13 Shortlists
D&AD
Wood Pencil · Press · Amnesty
ONE SHOW
Merit Award · Radio · Renault
THE NEW YORK FESTIVALS
Gold · Radio · Renault
Silver · Best Use of Medium · Renault
Silver · Best Use of Medium · Axe
Bronze · Outdoor · Knorr
Bronze · The Zero Disruption Ad · Coca Cola
THE GUNN REPORT
Cannes Sweepstakes / Ducoco
EL SOL DE SAN SEBASTIÁN
Silver · Direct · Renault
Bronze · Media · Knorr
Bronze · Radio · Axe
Bronze · Radio · Axe
Bronze · Radio · Axe
WAVE FESTIVAL
Grand Prix · Radio · Axe
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Direct · Renault
Silver · Digital · SOS Canino
Silver · Direct · Axe
Bronze · Direct · Amnesty
Bronze · Radio · Renault
Bronze · Press · Axe
GRAMADO FESTIVAL
Gold · Radio · Renault
Bronze · Promo · Axe
Bronze · Promo · Fundación Logros
THE CUP
Best of Radio · Renault
Best of Radio · Axe
EFFIE AWARDS
Silver · Public Affairs · Amnesty
Silver · Media · El País
Bronze · Financial Institutions · Fucerep
Bronze · Media · El País
Bronze · Media · El País
Bronze · Automotive · Renault
EL OJO DE IBEROAMÉRICA
Gold · Press · Amnesty
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Digital · SOS Canino
Gold · Innovation · Renault
Gold · Radio · Renault
Gold · Best of Local · Renault
Gold · Radio · Axe
Silver · PR · Philips
Silver · Promo · Philips
Silver · Digital · Amnesty
Silver · PR · Amnesty
Silver · Radio · Axe
Silver · Radio · Axe
Silver · Press · Penalty
Silver · Direct · Fundación Logros
Silver · Promo · Knorr
Silver · Press · Axe
Silver · Outdoor · Axe
Bronze · Direct · Philips
Bronze · Film · Ducoco
Bronze · Promo · Hellmann's
Bronze · Digital · Amnesty
Bronze · PR · Amnesty
Bronze · Tercer Ojo · Amnesty
Bronze · Press · Penalty
Bronze · Radio · Renault
IAB MIXX AWARDS
Gold · Viral Marketing · Amnesty
Gold · Banners · Renault
Silver · Direct · Axe
Bronze · Direct · SOS Canino
Bronze · Banners · Axe
FIAP
Grand Prix · Radio · Axe
Copa de Iberoamérica · Radio · Axe
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Outdoor · Cif
Silver · Digital · Amnesty
Silver · Radio · Axe
Silver · Digital · Axe
Silver · Outdoor · Axe
Silver · Outdoor · Antel
Bronze · Digital · SOS Canino
Bronze · Radio · Axe
Bronze · Outdoor · Knorr
Bronze · Promo · Fundación Logros
Bronze · Radio · Renault
Bronze · Press · Axe
Bronze · Radio · Axe
DESACHATE
Grand Prix · Press · Amnesty
Gold · Press · Amnesty
Gold · Press · Amnesty
Gold · Public Affairs · Amnesty
Gold · Digital · Axe
Gold · Copywriting · Axe
Gold · Innovation · Renault
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Radio · Axe
Gold · Digital · Axe
Silver · Outdoor · Axe
Silver · Radio · Axe
Silver · Radio · Axe
Silver · Innovation · Rexona
Silver · Outdoor · El País
Silver · Press · Axe
Silver · Outdoor · Axe
Bronze · Press · Penalty
Bronze · Press · Penalty
Bronze · Digital · Amnesty
Bronze · Innovation · Fundación Logros
Bronze · Digital · Axe
Bronze · Digital · Impulse
Bronze · Direct · Axe