A true leader who values creative thinking and professionalism. I think critically, express ideas with confidence, and pay close attention to detail. I’m proactive, adaptable, and take ownership of my work—always aiming to deliver something thoughtful, polished, and meaningful. I avoid corporate jargon because real people and customers don’t speak that language in the real world or the marketplace. Authenticity is my strong suit, to such a degree that it sometimes shakes things up in stale, corporate environments. I think that’s a great and rare trait. I am talented, articulate and prefer to be more wise with my words than clever. I write sharp copy, create beautiful visuals and shape memorable marketing that works.

Paul Melo

A true leader who values creative thinking and professionalism. I think critically, express ideas with confidence, and pay close attention to detail. I’m proactive, adaptable, and take ownership of my work—always aiming to deliver something thoughtful, polished, and meaningful. I avoid corporate jargon because real people and customers don’t speak that language in the real world or the marketplace. Authenticity is my strong suit, to such a degree that it sometimes shakes things up in stale, corporate environments. I think that’s a great and rare trait. I am talented, articulate and prefer to be more wise with my words than clever. I write sharp copy, create beautiful visuals and shape memorable marketing that works.

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A true leader who values creative thinking and professionalism. I think critically, express ideas with confidence, and pay close attention to detail. I’m proactive, adaptable, and take ownership of my work—always aiming to deliver something thoughtful, polished, and meaningful.

I avoid corporate jargon because real people and customers don’t speak that language in the real world or the marketplace. Authenticity is my strong suit, to such a degree that it sometimes shakes things up in stale, corporate environments. I think that’s a great and rare trait.

I am talented, articulate and prefer to be more wise with my words than clever. I write sharp copy, create beautiful visuals and shape memorable marketing that works.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Lead at Agency Unknown
October 27, 2024 - April 30, 2025
• Directed visual strategy for global clients across retail, tech, and nonprofit sectors • Created integrated campaigns combining print collateral, digital ads, and social assets • Collaborated with developers to implement responsive UI designs and optimize user flows • Mentored junior and senior designers, fostering growth and design excellence Campaigns with National Reach & Cultural Impact Led the creative execution of multiple nationwide food brand campaigns, deploying full-scale billboard and transit takeovers across Canada. Amplified reach through integrated digital activations—including TikTok gamification, targeted online ads, and radio spots—designed to spark engagement and drive conversion. Biotech Brand Launch with Scientific Precision Branded and launched a cutting-edge biotech company from the ground up, crafting a cohesive visual identity across print and digital touchpoints. Delivered custom scientific imagery, investor-facing collateral, and a comprehensive brand kit tailored for credibility, clarity, and market disruption. Executive-Level Storytelling for Global Tech Produced motion graphics and CEO video content for a global tech brand, translating complex narratives into sleek, high-impact visuals that resonate across leadership, investor, and customer audiences. Industrial Tech Web Experience Designed and developed a bespoke enterprise website for an industrial tech firm in the energy sector, integrating custom visuals and UX architecture to elevate brand perception and support B2B engagement.
Creative Lead at T.B.S.
September 6, 2021 - February 1, 2023
Led this brash Vancouver startup to the company’s most successful campaign with $2+ million in sales in a three week run in my first quarter and it’s biggest year on record growing revenue and sales to $20million in my first year. Built and led a core creative team of designers, illustrators, developers, 3D artists and copywriters through successful and modern new designs for all marketing and ad campaigns with six figure ad buys and multiple product launches. New cosmetic product creation, luxury packaging, soft and hard goods, experiential web design and weekly social media campaigns supported by highly engaging digital advertising. Full design life cycle from concept to prototyping, luxury print packaging to social media (still and motion), video ads, motion graphics and supporting incentive products. Retail placement POS ephemera in Whole Foods and full web designs for e-commerce site, campaign and geo-located product landing pages to targeted markets. Refined and expanded the brand’s product assortment through complete revamps of packaging, product development and elevating the e-commerce experience and aesthetic. Most importantly I upskilled the entire creative team in digital, print and web design, photography, video and post production throughout the process. Mentored team members and guided legacy team through well-deserved raises and established a positive work culture and balanced work process.
Creative Lead at OncoSec
July 1, 2014 - November 28, 2017
This leading BioTech Company initially approached me to re-invigorate the various brands within their product line and set it apart from the typically sterile and boring corporate brand approach inherent in the industry. Over the course of the first year I created and guided a complete re-brand, new luxury collateral, complete presentation assets, new large scale web presence, photography and video production as well as oversight for all brand presence through media and events. After the rebrand's initial success, the company elevated my role as I took on the challenge of redesigning the company's key technology hardware device through an innovative approach to industrial design that led to multiple new patents. Under the official role of Creative Director in their San Diego Head office, I acquired new talent and built an in-house creative and communications team to carry forward the success I established while travelling the world representing the company and building new media and creative relationships to advance the company's market presence. Through a complete creative process, this role exemplified how a true Creative Director can prove effective in multiple mediums and guide a young company to success.
Creative Designer at MeloCreative
January 14, 2002 - Present
Branding, Print, Digital, and Film Production for hundreds of brands around the world. Providing Creative Direction, Design, Photography and Motion imagery for clients from startup to worldclass. A deep portfolio, hundreds of projects across many industries with a wide range of visual styles and mediums. Always a strong attention to detail through clear, concise communications and sophisticated aesthetics. A polished, published copywriter with a passion for storytelling and sharp, compelling copy. UBC Bank, Rolls Royce, BBC, Kiwi Collection, Fisker Automotive, Fox Factory, Easton, and many more. My work has been featured in Wallpaper Magazine, Fashion Magazine, Elle, Flare, PhotoEd, Sharp For Men Magazine and many other global publications.
Creative Lead at Agency Unknown
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Directed visual strategy for global clients across retail, tech, and non-profit sectors; created integrated campaigns combining print collateral, digital ads, and social assets; collaborated with developers to implement responsive UI designs and optimize user flows; mentored junior and senior designers, fostering growth and design excellence.
Creative Lead at T.B.S.
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Designed products and print materials including merchandise, catalogs, signage, and packaging for a global brand; redesigned multi-national e-commerce websites, digital assets for web, email, and social media, maintaining brand consistency; coordinated with printers and vendors to ensure flawless production.
Creative Lead at OncoSec
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Led this leading BioTech Company to re-invigorate the various brands within their product line and set it apart from the typically sterile and boring corporate brand approach inherent in the industry. Guided a complete re-brand, new luxury collateral, complete presentation assets, new large scale web presence, photography and video production as well as oversight for all brand presence through media and events. Redesigned the company's key technology hardware device through industrial design leading to multiple new patents. Recruited in-house creative and communications team.
Freelance Creative Lead & Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2002 - November 26, 2025
Led end-to-end design and marketing initiatives for luxury, biotech, and food brands across North America; Directed brand strategy, visual identity, and campaign execution across print, social, and digital platforms; Designed packaging systems with premium finishes (foil, embossing, soft-touch) for gourmet food and skincare brands; Developed social-first content strategies, influencer kits, and paid media assets for high-style product launches; Built responsive microsites, email funnels, and branded UI components to support e-commerce and lead generation; Managed vendor relationships, production specs, and sustainability standards for print and packaging.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in General Arts & Science at Fanshawe College, London, ON
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Bachelor of Design at OCAD University, Toronto, ON
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, General Arts & Science at Fanshawe College
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025
Bachelor of Design, Graphic Design at OCAD University
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe Resident Artist
September 10, 2022 - September 10, 2023
Fine Art Grant Recipient
Adobe Certified Photoshop
September 10, 2020 - September 10, 2025
Photoshop Professional
Adobe Certified Expert (ACE): Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Adobe Certified Expert (ACE): Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing
    uniE621 High-end Print Brochure
    Custom print design brochure.
    uniE621 Branding and packaging Design
    Branding, packaging design, product photography and e-commerce website for White Label cosmetics and beauty product producer.
    uniE621 Cannabis Branding
    Identity Design, Brand Guide, packaging and store/spatial design for Canadian Cannabis Retail Brand.
    uniE621 Skin Struggle
    Branding/Packaging for all natural luxury skin care line.
    uniE621 Apparel Design
    Tee, Tees, TShirt, T-Shirt, Apparel
    uniE621 Musecell Branding / Print. Web
    Complete branding, print and digital design for Biotech.