I have a 30-year career in Marketing and Communications across ANZ, India & UAE, delivering brand launches, cross-functional campaigns, and global marketing initiatives. I recently pursued my passion for film in the Canary Islands and achieved early successes in independent film production. I’m now excited to build a fulfilling career in Spain, combining my branding expertise with creative storytelling. I am actively focusing on film production and development, while leveraging my extensive experience in branding, product launches, and marketing strategy to drive creative projects and business results in Spain.…

Ashley Gomes

I have a 30-year career in Marketing and Communications across ANZ, India & UAE, delivering brand launches, cross-functional campaigns, and global marketing initiatives. I recently pursued my passion for film in the Canary Islands and achieved early successes in independent film production. I’m now excited to build a fulfilling career in Spain, combining my branding expertise with creative storytelling. I am actively focusing on film production and development, while leveraging my extensive experience in branding, product launches, and marketing strategy to drive creative projects and business results in Spain.…

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I have a 30-year career in Marketing and Communications across ANZ, India & UAE, delivering brand launches, cross-functional campaigns, and global marketing initiatives. I recently pursued my passion for film in the Canary Islands and achieved early successes in independent film production. I’m now excited to build a fulfilling career in Spain, combining my branding expertise with creative storytelling.

I am actively focusing on film production and development, while leveraging my extensive experience in branding, product launches, and marketing strategy to drive creative projects and business results in Spain.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Film Producer, Writer, Director at Independent / Self-employed (Film Production)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Producer of short films including Oscar-shortlisted Shameless and award-winning Doobie & Child's Play; Directed El Final Feliz with multiple official selections; Completed Lucky 13 film pilot for OTT platform (2025).
Senior Brand Manager at Brauer Natural Medicine
January 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Managed the launch of Brauer Baby Range and led the most successful campaign in Brauer Baby Care history; Oversaw NPD for vitamin range launches.
Senior Brand Manager at Goodman Fielder
January 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Delivered a Value Engineering project saving $2.1M; solved packaging and distribution challenges; led a national Toaster promotion exceeding forecasts.
Marketing Manager at Neptune Bio-Innovations Pty Ltd
August 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Launched NPD across Pharmacy/Grocery/Food Service/QSR; led national campaigns for BioLyte, Heart Salt, Le Mayo and Type2; developed creative POS in pharmacies.
Brand Marketing Consultant at Self-Employed (Event Speciale, Gits Foods India, Starfish Productions)
October 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017
Provided brand and event marketing consulting for diverse clients including Event Management, India’s leading RTE manufacturer, and film/ad production entities.
Senior Brand Marketing Consultant - ANZ at 3M
April 1, 2014 - September 1, 2016
Turned around unprofitable segments; led SEO improvements and website refresh; contributed to growth in orthodontic and consumer brands.
Brand Manager: OsteoEze and Vita-Minis at Aspen Pharmacare
August 1, 2011 - April 1, 2014
Negotiated sale of portfolio for $51M; launched Australia's first Sugar Free kids’ chewable vitamins; delivered a 360-degree marketing campaign recognized for ethical marketing.
Brand Manager ANZ at Sara Lee / Hillshire Brands
April 1, 2008 - May 1, 2011
Turned around a loss-making savoury portfolio through NPD and reformulations; received Special Recognition for multiple NPD projects; launched 12 new products in 2 years.
Brand Manager ANZ at SunRice, Australia
June 1, 2006 - March 1, 2008
Turned around lossmaking rice portfolios and capitalized on convenience trend with microwaveable rice pouches.
Senior Account Manager/ Strategist at SBA Packaging Design, Australia
July 1, 2005 - May 1, 2006
Led branding and packaging strategy for major clients including Coca-Cola Amatil, Nestlé, Unilever and J&J; delivered packaging design and communication solutions.
Strategic Planner at Freelance, Australia
November 1, 2004 - June 1, 2005
Provided independent strategic planning for clients such as Orix, Pantene, Nicorette NRT, Parriet GORD, and Ritalin ADHD.
Account Director at Tonic Connective, Australia
July 1, 2003 - September 1, 2004
Led client services and new business for a range of brands, overseeing strategic campaigns and client relationships.
Advertising Strategist/ Brand Management at Emirates Airlines, Dubai, UAE
August 1, 2001 - July 1, 2002
Managed global marketing initiatives including Dubai stopover programs, major events, e-commerce, content marketing, and sponsorships.
Senior Account Manager at Gloss & Matt Advertising, Dubai, UAE
February 1, 1999 - July 1, 2001
Handled major airline and consumer brands; led campaigns including celebrity events and product launches.
Account Manager at Communique Advertising, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Created global village event concepts and led new business initiatives; managed KFC and Emirates Airlines portfolios.
Strategic Account Service at Grey Worldwide, Mumbai, India
March 1, 1995 - August 1, 1996
Johnson’s baby care advertising and other major campaigns; launched Johnson’s toothbrush and other national initiatives.
Account Executive at Imageads, Mumbai, India
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995
National advertising and POS campaigns; managed key client accounts.
Account Service at Atlantis Advertising, Mumbai, India
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994
Handled client campaigns for Melstar and Dnata; contributed to agency’s client solutions.
Account Service at Axis Advertising, Mumbai, India
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1993
Managed accounts for Gits Foods and Mohan Meakin (Old Monk Rum).

Education

Degree in Sociology at Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - March 3, 2026

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality

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