I lead creative teams and projects that turn ideas into tangible results, combining design, strategy, and technology to deliver high-performing outputs for international brands and tech-driven businesses. Currently, I manage an in-house creative studio at Oddsgate, a SaaS platform in the iGaming industry, where our team of designers, motion artists, copywriters, and content specialists develop campaigns and creative solutions that directly support growth, conversion, and engagement KPIs. I work closely with Marketing, CRM, and Sales teams to ensure creativity is purposeful, measurable, and aligned with business objectives. Previously, as Global Art Director at Selina, I led a creative team of 11 designers worldwide, developing global campaigns and collaborations for brands such as Adidas, Puma, Corona, and Hyundai, balancing creative vision with operational execution across multiple markets. I thrive at the intersection of creativity, technology, and AI tools, using them to enhance ideation and execution rather than replace human ingenuity. My approach emphasizes collaboration, cross-functional teamwork, and turning concepts into impactful, measurable outcomes. Alongside my management responsibilities, I continue to engage directly in design execution, mentoring my team while contributing actively to day-to-day projects. My work spans Tech, Lifestyle, Hospitality, Fashion, and F&B, always with the goal of ensuring design serves a purpose, drives results, and strengthens brand experiences internationally.

Miguel Santos Alves

I lead creative teams and projects that turn ideas into tangible results, combining design, strategy, and technology to deliver high-performing outputs for international brands and tech-driven businesses. Currently, I manage an in-house creative studio at Oddsgate, a SaaS platform in the iGaming industry, where our team of designers, motion artists, copywriters, and content specialists develop campaigns and creative solutions that directly support growth, conversion, and engagement KPIs. I work closely with Marketing, CRM, and Sales teams to ensure creativity is purposeful, measurable, and aligned with business objectives. Previously, as Global Art Director at Selina, I led a creative team of 11 designers worldwide, developing global campaigns and collaborations for brands such as Adidas, Puma, Corona, and Hyundai, balancing creative vision with operational execution across multiple markets. I thrive at the intersection of creativity, technology, and AI tools, using them to enhance ideation and execution rather than replace human ingenuity. My approach emphasizes collaboration, cross-functional teamwork, and turning concepts into impactful, measurable outcomes. Alongside my management responsibilities, I continue to engage directly in design execution, mentoring my team while contributing actively to day-to-day projects. My work spans Tech, Lifestyle, Hospitality, Fashion, and F&B, always with the goal of ensuring design serves a purpose, drives results, and strengthens brand experiences internationally.

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I lead creative teams and projects that turn ideas into tangible results, combining design, strategy, and technology to deliver high-performing outputs for international brands and tech-driven businesses.

Currently, I manage an in-house creative studio at Oddsgate, a SaaS platform in the iGaming industry, where our team of designers, motion artists, copywriters, and content specialists develop campaigns and creative solutions that directly support growth, conversion, and engagement KPIs. I work closely with Marketing, CRM, and Sales teams to ensure creativity is purposeful, measurable, and aligned with business objectives.

Previously, as Global Art Director at Selina, I led a creative team of 11 designers worldwide, developing global campaigns and collaborations for brands such as Adidas, Puma, Corona, and Hyundai, balancing creative vision with operational execution across multiple markets.

I thrive at the intersection of creativity, technology, and AI tools, using them to enhance ideation and execution rather than replace human ingenuity. My approach emphasizes collaboration, cross-functional teamwork, and turning concepts into impactful, measurable outcomes. Alongside my management responsibilities, I continue to engage directly in design execution, mentoring my team while contributing actively to day-to-day projects.

My work spans Tech, Lifestyle, Hospitality, Fashion, and F&B, always with the goal of ensuring design serves a purpose, drives results, and strengthens brand experiences internationally.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director / Graphic Designer at Fora Sunglasses
January 1, 2017 - October 7, 2025
Creative leadership and graphic design work for boutique branding projects.
Freelancer Graphic Designer at Fuel (Havas WW)
January 1, 2018 - October 7, 2025
Freelance graphic design work for global campaigns and brand identities.
Intern - Graphic Design at Fnac
January 1, 2015 - October 7, 2025
Graphic design internship supporting store concepts, campaigns and visualContent.
Internship - Graphic Design at Fnac
January 1, 2015 - October 7, 2025
Supported graphic design efforts during internship; developed visual content, branding concepts, and store concepts for campaigns and product lines.
Creative Director / Graphic Designer at Fora Sunglasses
January 1, 2017 - October 7, 2025
Led branding and design for Fora Sunglasses, shaping visual identity and campaigns.
Graphic Designer / Web Designer at Strawberry Studio
January 1, 2018 - October 7, 2025
Designed digital and print communications, web visuals, and branding assets for clients.
Independent Graphic Designer / Art Director at Strawberry Studio
January 1, 2024 - October 7, 2025
Independently delivering branding, visual identities, and concept-driven design for various brands; based in Lisbon with remote capabilities.
CEO & Creative Director at Savvy Agency
January 1, 2022 - October 7, 2025
Responsible for Savvy’s reborn and new business; led design and digital departments; managed client relationships and branding initiatives.
Head of Design at Selina
January 1, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Led design across Selina properties and campaigns; built brand systems and coordinated cross-functional teams.
Global Art Director at Selina
December 31, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Global art direction for collaborations and brand campaigns; partnered with stakeholders worldwide to deliver cohesive visual narratives.
Creative Director at Oddsgate
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managing the creative department within a Lisbon-based iGaming SaaS platform; leading the Global Team on brand communications and visuals.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Independently delivering communication design, visual identities and concept creation for brands; hands-on end-to-end design from ideation to execution.
Head of Design at Selina
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Led a design team of 11 designers worldwide; shaped brand identity, creative strategy, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, CRM and Sales.
Art Director at Selina
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Led art direction across campaigns and brand initiatives, contributing to global branding and creative execution.
CEO & Creative Director at Savvy Agency
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Reborn the agency, led new business development, and managed the design and digital departments.
Creative Director / Graphic Designer at Fora Sunglasses
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Directed creative output and branding campaigns, overseeing design across brand elements.
Intern Graphic Design at Fnac
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Graphic design internship; contributed to store concepts and visual campaigns.
Graphic Designer / Web Designer at Strawberry Studio
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Graphic and web design work focusing on visual identities and concept creation.
Creative Director at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Creative leadership on branding, concept development and visual storytelling for various clients.

Education

Master's degree in Architecture at University of Architecture in Lisbon
January 1, 2009 - September 18, 2025
Master's Degree in Architecture at University of Architecture in Lisbon
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Master's Degree in Architecture at University of Architecture in Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Master's degree in Architecture at University of Architecture in Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Master's degree in Architecture at University of Architecture in Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Master's degree at University of Architecture in Lisbon
January 1, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Foundation in Architecture at University of Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Qualifications

Branding Award - Ofício Branding - Premios Lusófonos Criatividade 2021
January 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Branding Award (3rd place) - Ofício Branding - Premios Lusófonos Criatividade 2021
January 1, 2021 - September 20, 2025
Branding Award (3rd place) - Ofício Branding - Premios Lusófonos Criatividade 2021
January 1, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Branding Award - Ofício Branding (Premios Lusófonos Criatividade 2021)
January 1, 2021 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet