About me

Phoenix Santamaria is an award-winning Senior Art Director.

Currently working at Clemenger BBDO Melbourne.

With five years of experience, he brings a sharp eye for art direction, craft, and creativity - culminating in award-winning campaigns for a diverse range of clients.

His work has earned recognition across international shows including Cannes Lions, Caples, and AWARD, and has featured on global platforms such as the BBC, NBC, and Saturday Night Live.

As a result, he was ranked the #5 Art Director in Australia for 2024 by BestAds.

This past year, he was selected as an LIA Creative Liaison as part of the London International Awards, and was nominated as one of three finalists for Young Cannes Lions - recognising him in 2026 as the #8 ranked Art Director via Creativepool, and a B&T 30 Under 30 Finalist.

See more of his work below

santamariacreative . co

Phoenix's work

The University of Dyslexic Thinking

Kind Royale

Great Lengths For Quality

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