Hi, I’m Allen, a seasoned creative leader with extensive art direction, branding, storytelling and design experience. I’ve led high-impact projects for leading agencies, mentored creative teams and strengthened client relationships.…

Allen Lafuente

Hi, I’m Allen, a seasoned creative leader with extensive art direction, branding, storytelling and design experience. I’ve led high-impact projects for leading agencies, mentored creative teams and strengthened client relationships.…

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Hi, I’m Allen, a seasoned creative leader with extensive art direction, branding, storytelling and design experience.

I’ve led high-impact projects for leading agencies, mentored creative teams and strengthened client relationships.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Associate Creative Director at Tealium
August 1, 2025 - Present
Rebranded assets, marketing materials and messaging for events and conferences. Edited and created video assets for events and YouTube content.
Associate Creative Director at Bounteous
November 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Developed internal branding and marketing materials for events and conferences. Created high-quality digital assets, including video & motion for online content and social media. Optimized sales decks for clarity, brand consistency and team success.
Creative Director at FUZZ ATX / allenarte
January 1, 2022 - Present
Formulated a visual brand strategy grounded in market trends and competitive research. Oversaw creative direction, brand identity, social assets and photography to give a cohesive visual style. Created Canva templates for plug and play assets for the team.
Associate Creative Director at VML / Wunderman Thompson
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Managed a team of creatives (copywriters, jr designers and production) in a hybrid client/agency role. Art directed and produced several TV ads and motion work. Worked closely with clients, presenting global campaigns, photoshoots and rebrands. Collaborated closely with the project manager, defined roles and developed a plan for the team.
Senior Art Director, Visual Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
Freelanced for Startups, Tech and Top NYC Agencies. Redesigned major brand websites, enhancing user experience and engagement, worked on digital ad campaigns that increased brand visibility and managed teams to create successful projects. Produced major campaigns that increased audience reach and engagement, created a design systems that continue to support brand consistency and recognition.
Art Director at Publicis Dallas
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Art Director at Publicis Dallas (2008-2011).
Art Director at Calise & Sedei
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Art Director at Calise & Sedei (2007-2008).
Jr Art Director at Firehouse Dallas
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Jr Art Director at Firehouse Dallas (2005-2007).

Education

BFA at Texas State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail, Consumer Goods

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