About

I’m a creative who is passionate about delivering brand-defining work through strategy, storytelling, and deep cross-functional collaboration.

An accomplished Senior Creative Director with a proven track record of transforming world-class entertainment brands through bold creative leadership and high-performing campaigns. Adept at leading global teams across all creative verticals—including acquisition marketing, brand campaigns, experiential activations, social, video, and live action. Known for bringing big ideas to life through hands-on leadership, collaborative spirit, and a relentless focus on results.

I approach challenges with thoughtfulness and calm, even under high pressure, ensuring teams feel supported and inspired. My leadership style balances strategic rigor with a sense of fun, fostering a creative environment where people feel safe to experiment and push boundaries. This combination has helped me not only elevate teams and brands, but also build lasting connections and a shared sense of purpose.

Work consistently drives cultural relevance, elevates brand voice, and delivers measurable business impact—often recognized with top industry awards.

I believe great work happens when strategy, storytelling, and collaboration come together—and when the process is as inspiring as the result. I’ve led global teams to launch campaigns, experiences, and content that move people and build cultural relevance. I bring a calm, steady hand when challenges hit and a fun, open energy that keeps teams motivated. For me, it’s about elevating brands, sparking ideas, and delivering work that makes an impact—while enjoying the ride along the way.

I’m a Senior Creative Director passionate about delivering brand-defining work through strategy, storytelling, and cross-functional collaboration. With a track record of transforming world-class entertainment brands, I lead global teams across acquisition marketing, brand campaigns, experiential activations, social, video, and live action. Known for hands-on leadership, bold ideas, and a relentless focus on results, I foster environments where creativity thrives and boundaries are pushed. My approach blends strategic rigor with a sense of fun, ensuring teams feel supported under pressure. The work consistently drives cultural relevance, elevates brand voice, and delivers measurable business impact—often earning top industry recognition.

Martillo doing things
Martillo doing things

experience

experience

Sr. Creative Director, Global Acquisition Creative & Content Creative
Audible // Newark, NJ // 24 – Present

Sr. Creative Director, Originals & Content Campaigns
Audible // Newark, NJ // 16 – 24


Creative Director
BET // NYC // 14 – 15


Creative Director & Partner
Hammer Haus Design // NYC // 13 – 17


Design Manager / Sr. Art Director
HBO // NYC // 06 – 14


Creative Director
NMA Entertainment & Marketing // NYC // 05 – 05


Creative Director / Co-Founder
CobaltNYC // NYC // 03 – 05

Sr. Art Director / Graphic Designer
Food Network // NYC / / 97 – 03

Sr. CD, Global Acquisition Creative & Content Creative
Audible // Newark, NJ // 24 – Present

Sr. Creative Director, Originals & Content Campaigns
Audible // Newark, NJ // 16 – 24


Creative Director
BET // NYC // 14 – 15


Creative Director & Partner
Hammer Haus Design // NYC // 13 – 17


Design Manager / Sr. Art Director
HBO // NYC // 06 – 14


Creative Director
NMA Entertainment & Marketing // NYC // 05 – 05


Creative Director / Co-Founder
CobaltNYC // NYC // 03 – 05

Sr. Art Director / Graphic Designer
Food Network // NYC / / 97 – 03

Skills

Skills

Strategic

Innovator

Award‑Winning

Executive

Leadership

Brand‑Builder

Team‑Leader

Collaborator

Creative‑Strategist

Storytelling

Performance‑Creative

Acquisition‑Creative

360‑Campaigns

Experiential

Content‑Launches

Adaptive

Operational

Global

Cross‑Functional

AI‑Driven

Culture‑Maker

Results‑Focused

PARTNERS

PARTNERS

AWARDS

AWARDS

COUNT

Award Name

Gold / Silver / Bronze

Year

02

CLIO AWARDS

BRONZE

2023

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02

PROMAX

GOLD / SILVER

2023

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02

PROMAX

GOLD / SILVER

2022

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02

BDA

GOLD / BRONZE

2010

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01

CTAM

GOLD

2009

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02

CREATIVITY AWARDS

GOLD

2009

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02

CREATIVITY AWARDS

SILVER

2009

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08

CREATIVITY AWARDS

bronze

2009

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02

BDA

GOLD

2009

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01

BDA

bronze

2009

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01

PROMAX

gold

2009

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01

BDA

gold

2008

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01

CREATIVITY

SILVER

2008

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02

CREATIVITY

SILVER / BRONZE

2007

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01

BDA

gold

2008

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02

PROMAX

GOLD/SILVER

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

PROMAX AWARD

GOLD/SILVER

2022

02

BDA

GOLD/BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

02

CLIO AWARD

BRONZE

2023

COUNT

Award Name

Gold / Silver / Bronze

Year