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Hello! I'm Santos Lopez, a dedicated professional with over 30 years of experience in the fields of graphic design and video editing. I thrive on bringing creative visions to life and collaborating with teams to produce outstanding work. I’ve had the privilege of working with numerous renowned brands and am always eager to take on new challenges. My career began in the U.S. Navy, which instilled in me a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Since then, I have progressed through various roles in the advertising industry, accumulating a wealth of experience in managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring the highest standards of production quality. I truly love what I do and am passionate about exploring new technologies and techniques in the field.…Hello! I'm Santos Lopez, a dedicated professional with over 30 years of experience in the fields of graphic design and video editing. I thrive on bringing creative visions to life and collaborating with teams to produce outstanding work. I’ve had the privilege of working with numerous renowned brands and am always eager to take on new challenges. My career began in the U.S. Navy, which instilled in me a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Since then, I have progressed through various roles in the advertising industry, accumulating a wealth of experience in managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring the highest standards of production quality. I truly love what I do and am passionate about exploring new technologies and techniques in the field.

Santos Lopez

Art Director, Graphic Designer, 3D Designer, +6

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Hello! I'm Santos Lopez, a dedicated professional with over 30 years of experience in the fields of graphic design and video editing. I thrive on bringing creative visions to life and collaborating with teams to produce outstanding work. I’ve had the privilege of working with numerous renowned brands and am always eager to take on new challenges. My career began in the U.S. Navy, which instilled in me a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Since then, I have progressed through various roles in the advertising industry, accumulating a wealth of experience in managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring the highest standards of production quality. I truly love what I do and am passionate about exploring new technologies and techniques in the field.…Hello! I'm Santos Lopez, a dedicated professional with over 30 years of experience in the fields of graphic design and video editing. I thrive on bringing creative visions to life and collaborating with teams to produce outstanding work. I’ve had the privilege of working with numerous renowned brands and am always eager to take on new challenges. My career began in the U.S. Navy, which instilled in me a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Since then, I have progressed through various roles in the advertising industry, accumulating a wealth of experience in managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring the highest standards of production quality. I truly love what I do and am passionate about exploring new technologies and techniques in the field.

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Hello! I’m Santos Lopez, a dedicated professional with over 30 years of experience in the fields of graphic design and video editing. I thrive on bringing creative visions to life and collaborating with teams to produce outstanding work. I’ve had the privilege of working with numerous renowned brands and am always eager to take on new challenges.

My career began in the U.S. Navy, which instilled in me a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Since then, I have progressed through various roles in the advertising industry, accumulating a wealth of experience in managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring the highest standards of production quality. I truly love what I do and am passionate about exploring new technologies and techniques in the field.

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Work Experience

Director of Editing Suite, Computer Graphics & Studio Services at Dentsu America, Inc.

July 1, 1998 - October 8, 2025

Spearheaded the creation and management of an Editing Suite and Computer Graphics Studio, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and supporting a broad portfolio of accounts.

Vice President of Computer Graphics and Studio Services at Carrafiello Diehl & Associates, Inc.

July 1, 1998 - October 8, 2025

Led the development of computer graphics and studio services, overseeing a growing team of graphics professionals and studio operations. Drove process improvements, project delivery, and client satisfaction, contributing to year-over-year revenue growth during tenure.

Director Computer Graphics & 3D Services at 108 Art Production LLC

July 1, 1998 - Present

Directed computer graphics and 3D services, expanding capabilities and diversifying the client base. Led a cross-disciplinary team of editors, art directors, layout artists, freelancers, and production artists. Managed internal editing, advertising, direct mail, packaging, and collateral material projects for major accounts such as Costco, Walmart, CVS Health, Nice-Pak, PDI, and others. Drove revenue growth and operational efficiency while maintaining a hands-on, mentor-led leadership style.

Vice President of Computer Graphics and Studio Services at Carrafiello • Diehl & Associates, Inc.

January 1, 1994 - July 1, 1998

Led CG and studio services; oversaw operations and client accounts; managed a team and contributed to business growth.

Advertising Computer Graphic Designer at Kallir, Philips, Ross, Inc.

January 1, 1994 - October 8, 2025

Created computer graphics for pharmaceutical and other advertising campaigns; collaborated with account teams and creative staff to deliver compelling visuals that supported brand messaging.

Director of Editing Suite, Computer Graphics & Studio Services at Dentsu America, Inc.

January 1, 1991 - July 1, 1998

Spearheaded creation and management of an Editing Suite and a Computer Graphics Studio; led a reorganization and expansion program to diversify the client base; oversaw a team of editors, art directors, layout artists, freelancers, and production artists; contributed to revenue growth of over 35% annually.

Computer Graphic Designer at Kallir, Philips, Ross, Inc.

January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994

Contributed to various advertising campaigns through innovative graphic design, working primarily with pharmaceutical clients.

Advertising Computer Graphic Designer at Kallir, Philips, Ross, Inc. (Div. of Omnicom)

January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994

Advertising computer graphic designer; produced graphics and layouts for pharmaceutical accounts including Sandoz and Glaxo.

Advertising Assistant Art Director to Creative Director at Rolf Werner Rosenthal, Inc.

January 1, 1990 - October 8, 2025

Progressed from Advertising Assistant Art Director to Creative Director, contributing to campaign design and execution for diverse clients in the advertising industry.

Aviation Fuels E3 at US Navy

September 1, 1981 - January 1, 1985

Responsible for managing aviation fuel operations on a helicopter carrier, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.