Julio Diaz
About Julio Diaz
Julio Diaz is the Head of Art - Global Marketing Creative at Riot Games, specializing in creative direction, branding, and product development. He has extensive experience in the gaming industry, having previously held roles as Art Director and Senior Visual Designer at Riot Games and as Design Creative Director at Zinkia Entertainment.
Work at Riot Games
Julio Diaz currently serves as the Head of Art - Global Marketing Creative at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing creative direction and managing multi-disciplinary art teams to enhance the company's marketing efforts. Prior to this, he worked at Riot Games as an Art Director from 2020 to 2023 and as a Senior Visual Designer from 2017 to 2020. During his tenure, he contributed to various projects that required a blend of creativity and strategic planning.
Previous Experience at Zinkia Entertainment
Before joining Riot Games, Julio Diaz worked at Zinkia Entertainment as a Design Creative Director from 2009 to 2012. Based in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain, he focused on creative direction and branding during his three years with the company. His experience at Zinkia helped him develop skills in merchandising, editorial design, and product development.
Education and Expertise
Julio Diaz holds a three-year undergraduate degree in Advertising from IUTAJS and a Bachelor’s Degree in Media Studies with a focus on Advertising and PR from UFT. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in creative direction and branding. He specializes in managing multi-disciplinary art teams for large-scale projects, emphasizing teamwork and proper planning as key elements for successful execution.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Julio Diaz specializes in various areas including creative direction, branding and identity, merchandising, editorial design, illustration, and product development. His extensive experience in these fields allows him to effectively lead teams and drive creative initiatives. He is recognized for his ability to motivate team members and foster a collaborative work environment.