João Martins
About João Martins
João Martins is a Senior Art Director at Born Group in New York, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in the field, having held various senior roles in Angola, Portugal, and India prior to his current position.
Work at Born Group
João Martins has been serving as a Senior Art Director at Born Group since 2016. His role involves overseeing creative projects and leading design initiatives in New York, New York. With eight years of experience at Born Group, he contributes to the development of innovative visual concepts and strategies that align with client objectives.
Previous Experience in Art Direction
Prior to his tenure at Born Group, João Martins worked as a Senior Art Director at Tbwa gola from 2013 to 2016. His responsibilities included managing creative teams and executing advertising campaigns in Luanda, Angola. He also held the position of Senior Art Director at Executive Angola from 2009 to 2013, where he further honed his skills in art direction.
Creative Roles in Portugal
João Martins began his career in Portugal, where he worked as a Creative Supervisor and Senior Art Director at Ativism from 2007 to 2009. His experience includes a foundational role as a Graphic Designer at Pacsis from 1997 to 2000. These positions allowed him to build a strong foundation in design and creative direction.
International Experience in Art Direction
João Martins has international experience in art direction, having worked at Mullenlowe Lintas Group in Bombay, Maharashtra, India, from 2004 to 2007. His role as a Senior Art Director involved collaborating with diverse teams and managing creative projects across different markets.
Education and Design Background
João Martins studied Design at Faculdade Belas Artes Lisboa. His educational background provided him with essential skills and knowledge in design principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various art direction roles.