José Contreras
About José Contreras
José Contreras is a Senior Art Director with extensive experience in the advertising industry, having worked at notable agencies such as 360i, Johannes Leonardo, and Uncommon Creative Studio. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Communications from the University of Oregon.
Current Position at Uncommon Creative Studio
José Contreras serves as a Senior Art Director at Uncommon Creative Studio, a role he has held since 2024. He works in New York, where he contributes to various creative projects, leveraging his extensive experience in the advertising industry.
Previous Experience at Johannes Leonardo
Before joining Uncommon Creative Studio, José worked as a Senior Art Director at Johannes Leonardo from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at this agency in New York allowed him to further develop his skills in art direction and creative strategy.
Experience at 360i and Grey Group
José held the position of Senior Art Director at 360i for one year from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he worked at Grey Group as a Creative for two months in 2021. These roles contributed to his professional growth in the fast-paced advertising environment of New York.
Early Career at 72andSunny
José began his career at 72andSunny, where he first served as a Creative Intern for two months in 2017. He later returned to the agency and worked as a Creative from 2017 to 2021, accumulating four years of experience in a dynamic creative setting in Dumbo, New York.
Educational Background in Journalism and Communications
José earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Journalism and Communications with a focus on Advertising from the University of Oregon. He studied there from 2013 to 2016, which provided him with a solid foundation in communication strategies and advertising principles.