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About Jose
Who am I
My early career was a blend of relentless creativity and intense learning, often facing the scrutiny of teachers with artworks crafted on the now-iconic Macintosh Quadras(TM). This foundation set me on a path to join one of Portugal's most awarded agencies, Z. CDP Europe, marking the beginning of a prolific career.
I've honed my skills as an art director across prestigious international networks like Euro RSCG and DMB&B, and prominent Portuguese agencies such as Nova Publicidade, Abrinício, and MKT/Brandia. In the early 2000s, I joined JWT Lisbon as a Senior Art Director. In the same period, I also nurtured my passion for teaching at Etic Communication School, alongside my love for craft, painting, and illustration.
In 2006, I transitioned to McCann Lisbon as a Senior Art Director, and later on became the agency's Chief Creative Officer. This role was a turning point, allowing me to reshape the oldest international agency in Portugal with a dynamic team, earning numerous accolades from esteemed festivals like The Portuguese Creative Club, One Show, FIAP, Eurobest, The Portuguese Effies, and Cannes.
From February 2019 to the end of 2021, I served as Creative Director at Tux&Gill, driving innovative creative strategies and securing significant Effie Awards, and later on became a freelancer monster. Most recently, from June 2023 to June 2024, I revitalized the small boutique Pine as Pine_ Roots for Brands, transforming it into a small creative powerhouse, with a brand new storytelling.
Above all, I guess I'm proud to be nominated Dad of the Year, every year since 2002. Today, I thrive as a freelance creative, partnering with brands, agencies, and production companies to deliver 360º creative solutions. Writing became my passion.
Let's connect and explore how we can create impactful stories together.
My early career was a blend of relentless creativity and intense learning, often facing the scrutiny of teachers with artworks crafted on the now-iconic Macintosh Quadras(TM). This foundation set me on a path to join one of Portugal's most awarded agencies, Z. CDP Europe, marking the beginning of a prolific career.
I've honed my skills as an art director across prestigious international networks like Euro RSCG and DMB&B, and prominent Portuguese agencies such as Nova Publicidade, Abrinício, and MKT/Brandia. In the early 2000s, I joined JWT Lisbon as a Senior Art Director. In the same period, I also nurtured my passion for teaching at Etic Communication School, alongside my love for craft, painting, and illustration.
In 2006, I transitioned to McCann Lisbon as a Senior Art Director, and later on became the agency's Chief Creative Officer. This role was a turning point, allowing me to reshape the oldest international agency in Portugal with a dynamic team, earning numerous accolades from esteemed festivals like The Portuguese Creative Club, One Show, FIAP, Eurobest, The Portuguese Effies, and Cannes.
From February 2019 to the end of 2021, I served as Creative Director at Tux&Gill, driving innovative creative strategies and securing significant Effie Awards, and later on became a freelancer monster. Most recently, from June 2023 to June 2024, I revitalized the small boutique Pine as Pine_ Roots for Brands, transforming it into a small creative powerhouse, with a brand new storytelling.
Above all, I guess I'm proud to be nominated Dad of the Year, every year since 2002. Today, I thrive as a freelance creative, partnering with brands, agencies, and production companies to deliver 360º creative solutions. Writing became my passion.
Let's connect and explore how we can create impactful stories together.