I am Nicasio “Nicky” Sanchez III, a Creative Director / Art Director / Graphic Designer with over two decades of experience shaping marketing, branding, and design across multiple regions. I have a proven track record of leading creative teams, delivering innovative campaigns, and maintaining cohesive brand identity under tight deadlines. I thrive in collaborative settings and excel at turning client goals into visually compelling solutions. I have directed and contributed to brand activations, ATL/BTL campaigns, digital assets, print publications, and visual storytelling for clients in the Philippines, Cambodia, and the Middle East. My approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on craft to produce impactful, on-brand outcomes.

NIcasio Sanchez

I am Nicasio “Nicky” Sanchez III, a Creative Director / Art Director / Graphic Designer with over two decades of experience shaping marketing, branding, and design across multiple regions. I have a proven track record of leading creative teams, delivering innovative campaigns, and maintaining cohesive brand identity under tight deadlines. I thrive in collaborative settings and excel at turning client goals into visually compelling solutions. I have directed and contributed to brand activations, ATL/BTL campaigns, digital assets, print publications, and visual storytelling for clients in the Philippines, Cambodia, and the Middle East. My approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on craft to produce impactful, on-brand outcomes.

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I am Nicasio “Nicky” Sanchez III, a Creative Director / Art Director / Graphic Designer with over two decades of experience shaping marketing, branding, and design across multiple regions. I have a proven track record of leading creative teams, delivering innovative campaigns, and maintaining cohesive brand identity under tight deadlines. I thrive in collaborative settings and excel at turning client goals into visually compelling solutions.

I have directed and contributed to brand activations, ATL/BTL campaigns, digital assets, print publications, and visual storytelling for clients in the Philippines, Cambodia, and the Middle East. My approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on craft to produce impactful, on-brand outcomes.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Art Director at Elevation Partners (Philippines)
February 1, 2021 - April 1, 2025
Created banners, posters, and digital marketing assets for multiple clients; led visual design execution with a focus on online static creatives, particularly for The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (CBTL); ensured consistency across digital brand materials and maintained a strong understanding of client visual identity.
Senior Creative Director at Oxygen (Cambodia)
March 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Directed the creative team in delivering visual and video solutions for online and offline campaigns; oversaw all creative outputs to ensure alignment with client expectations; provided strategic input for integrated campaigns.
Senior Art Director at Mango Tango (Cambodia)
November 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Implemented creative ideas aligned with client briefs across advertising and branding campaigns; conceptualized brand activations and events, and mentored designers to maintain high-quality standards.
Creative Director at Solidus Marketing (Cambodia)
July 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Led conceptual development for ATL and BTL campaigns; supervised designers and collaborated with account managers to meet client objectives.
Creative Director at NovaCambodia (Cambodia)
September 1, 2015 - October 1, 2016
Developed creative strategies for marketing campaigns. Oversaw design production and ensured consistency with brand direction.
Creative Director at Hybrid Advertising (Cambodia)
November 1, 2014 - August 1, 2015
Implemented creative solutions for brand activations and BTL campaigns. Ensured high-quality creative and production outputs.
Senior Art Director at Phibious (Cambodia)
July 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop campaign concepts and visual designs for major clients.
Senior Art Director at Bridge (Cambodia)
June 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Managed creative direction for multiple client projects and maintained design quality across deliverables.
Deputy Creative Director at Miracle Graphics (Bahrain)
July 1, 2011 - February 1, 2012
Directed strategic branding projects and advertising campaigns for print, outdoor, and online media. Mentored senior and junior designers and monitored creative output quality.
Senior Art Director at EnjazDezine (Dubai, UAE)
January 1, 2008 - July 1, 2011
Worked closely with the Creative Director to visualize and execute client concepts for diverse advertising needs.
Art Director at Lowe-Empire Advertising Int’l. (Doha, Qatar)
October 1, 2002 - May 1, 2007
Collaborated with the Creative Director on design execution for marketing materials and sales promotions. Oversaw conceptual development with the creative team.
Art Director at ASATSU Advertising & PR Consultancy (Philippines)
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002
Managed design production from concept to completion. Partnered with client servicing teams and creative directors to deliver effective visual campaigns.
Senior Graphic Designer at Main Pacific Features, Inc. (Philippines)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Developed design themes for marketing collaterals and supervised print production for store displays.
Graphic Artist / Designer / Visualizer at Freelance (Philippines)
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Worked with various ad agencies and studios to develop ideas for print campaigns and BTL materials. Illustrated for children’s books and stage performance themes.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major in Advertising at PWU Institute of Fine Arts, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026
High School at San Sebastian College–Recolettos, Manila, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026
Elementary at Francisco Benitez Elementary School, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other