A multifaceted creative professional skilled at translating ideas into high-quality tangible outputs across creative/art direction, strategy, content, and design— based in Brooklyn, New York.
OLIVE AND TALAMO
Co-Founder | Designer
FEBRUARY 2023 - Present
A design studio specializing in bespoke residential and spatial design, procurement and renovation advisory. Current projects and services encompass 3D rendering, spatial and interior design for residential homes, experiential events, fashion retail, and commercial studios. Key clients include Ulla Johnson, Rails, STAUD, Valentino, Madwell and Private Residences. WIP samples upon request.
META
Creative Strategist
MARCH 2020 - FEBRUARY 2023
Partnered with Meta’s top-spending advertisers to execute best-in-class ad campaigns, leveraging creators and the latest emerging tech (Reels, AR, VR, LIVE) to build and test social-first content leading to smarter and more effective strategy. Led the entire creative process for bespoke campaigns, overseeing all aspects from concept ideation to production. Key clients include Meta, Intel, Sony Entertainment, Seamless, Invisalign, Ad Council++
MADWELL
Creative Director, Photographer
JANUARY 2016 - MARCH 2020
Co-launched Madwell sister agency, Starfish Projects, serving as lead creative and primary production vendor to Madwell. Led priority creative projects, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution of ongoing campaign productions for Madwell's full portfolio of clients while assuming the role of Lead Photographer and Director within the agency. Key clients include Verizon, Vita Coco, Glenlivet, Visible, Harmless Harvest, Jura Whisky, Absolut Vodka, Happy Family, Industry Standard++
CHRIS TALAMO PHOTOGRAPHY
Freelance
JANUARY 2013- JANUARY 2016
10PEARLS STUDIO (FKA Likeable)
Media Planner
JANUARY 2015- SEPTEMBER 2015
AY DIGITAL
Community Manager
AUGUST 2013- JANUARY 2015
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Bachelor of Fine Arts
SEPTEMBER 2009 - APRIL 2013
COLLEGE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
- E-Media, BFA
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
- Marketing
LUDWIG MAXIMILIAN UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH
- Media & Communication Studies
VIACOM
- MTV Events Production Internship
2013 VMAs, MTV Movie Awards and MTV Upfront