PAULO SALLESCreative Director/ AI Leader / Art Director
I am a creative leader with over a decade of experience transforming brands through innovation and creativity. My journey includes roles at some of the most prestigious agencies in the market, including DM9DDB and Ogilvy, as well as significant experience in digital agencies (AgeIsobar, McGarryBowen Brasil, LOV and Isobar), healthcare (Havas Health&You) and sports (9ine WPP). My work has been recognized at major global creative festivals, including Cannes Lions, LIA, One Show, El Ojo, Clio and many others.
Currently serving as Creative Director at Ogilvy Brazil, I lead projects for brands such as Coca-Cola, EAF, São Paulo GOV, Abbott and more. In 2024, I assumed the position of AI Champion for Ogilvy Brasil and DavidSP, where I am revolutionizing the integration of Artificial Intelligence in the creative process. In this pioneering role, I lead the implementation of emerging technologies, conduct specialized training, and coordinate the expansion of the WPP OPEN platform, establishing new paradigms at the intersection of creativity and AI.
As Adobe’s Global Creative Ambassador, I serve as a vital bridge between the creative community and developers, actively contributing to shaping the future of digital creative tools. My unique vision of the convergence between technology and creativity positions me as one of the most relevant voices in the creative industry’s digital transformation.

My most exceptional skill lies in transforming highly complex briefings into seamless consumer experiences through unique creative ideas in record time. This ability to simplify complexity while maintaining creative excellence has become my professional signature.
Beyond my professional life, I’m a hardcore gamer, Iron Maiden collector, wine enthusiast, fitness devotee and a heavy metal guitarist with over seven years of music education.
I’ve always been passionate about learning new skills and technologies, which naturally led me to my current role as a leader in AI and creative technology.
Awards & Recognition
1 Silver Lion at Cannes Lions Awards 2020/21 for iDVerse
1 Gold at El Ojo 2021 for iDVerse
1 Gold at Sanis Awards 2022 for iDVerse
2 Golds at Lumm Awards 2021 for iDVerse
2 Golds at Lumm Awards 2022 for Outcare
1 Silver at London International Awards 2022 for Outcare
1 Silver Star at CCSP for OS GEMEOS, Brazilian National Soccer Team Airplane
2 Silvers at Brasil Design Award 2021 for iDVerse
1 Silver at Sanis Awards 2022 for iDVerse
1 Silver at Sanis Awards 2022 for Outcare
1 Bronze at Sanis Awards 2022 for iDVerse
1 Gold at New York Health Festivals 2024 for Outcare 2.0
1 Gold at El Ojo 2024 for Outcare 2.0
1 Silver at New York Health Festivals 2024 for Outcare 2.0
1 Shortlist at El Ojo 2023 for Outcare
1 Shortlists at D&AD 2024 for Outcare 2.0
1 Shortlists at Cannes Lions 2024 for Outcare 2.0
2 Silver at Clio Health 2024 for Outcare 2.0
1 Bronze at Clio Health 2024 for Outcare 2.0
1 Bronze at El Ojo 2023 for Outcare
1 Bronze at Sanis Awards 2022 for Outcare
1 Bronze at New York Health Festivals 2023 for Outcare
1 Bronze at OneShow 2023 for Outcare
1 Bronze at London International Awards 2022 for iDVerse
1 Bronze at El Ojo 2022 for Drive Thru Alexa – BMW
1 Shortlist at CCSP 2021 for iDVerse
1 Shortlist at OneShow 2021 for iDVerse
1 Shortlist at Clio Health 2021 for iDVerse
2 Shortlists at OneShow 2023 for Don’t Take Me
1 Shortlists at OneShow 2023 for Armband of responsibility
1 Shortlists at OneShow 2023 for Drive Thru Alexa
1 Shortlists at Cannes Lions 2023 for Drive Thru Alexa
1 Shortlists at CCSP 2023 for Armband of Responsibility
Skills & Miscellaneous
Grand Jury Member at New York Health Festivals 2023
Adobe Creative Ambassador
Photoshop Beast
Premiere Speed Machine
Ilustrator, Indesign and XD Hero
After Effects and Audition Enthusiast