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JESSICA.NANDI24@GMAIL.COM
JESSICANANDI-CREATIVE.COM
Creative Director with 15+ years shaping beauty and wellness brands through culturally relevant,
thoughtful storytelling. Known for building strong teams and evolving brands in ways that feel both
fresh and authentic. Focused on creating work that connects with people in their everyday lives.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR, FREELANCE • 10/22–Present
Clients: Unilever, SkinMedica, Botox, Essie, Nexxus, PTSD, Scotch-Brite
• Lead concept through execution across campaigns, content, and brand initiatives
• Partner directly with clients to shape creative direction and build strong working relationships
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver work that is both strategic and culturally relevant
• Bring a hands-on, flexible approach—equally comfortable leading teams or working independently
CREATIVE DIRECTOR, DOBBINO • 04/25–04/26
Client: Neutrogena
• Led social creative during a period of brand transition, helping redefine tone and presence
• Partnered with BBDO to support a broader brand relaunch with a fresh, modern point of view
• Rebuilt the social playbook to better connect with today’s beauty audience
• Managed and mentored the social team, elevating both the work and team dynamic
• Worked closely with strategy and marketing to ensure alignment across all touchpoints
CREATIVE DIRECTOR, GOTHAM • 02/17–10/22
Clients: Maybelline, Essie, Caboodles
• Led global 360 campaigns from concept through execution across film, digital, print, retail, and social
• Directed shoots with top-tier talent, delivering high-quality, brand-defining content
• Relaunched Essie a decade after its original global campaign, evolving the brand for a new audience
• Managed and grew creative teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Partnered across disciplines to deliver cohesive, impactful brand storytelling
ACD, SAATCHI & SAATCHI • 2014–2017
Clients: Olay
ACD, ATELIER LEO BURNETT • 2012–2014
Clients: Herbal Essences, Vidal Sassoon
ART DIRECTOR - ACD, GOTHAM • 2006–2012
Clients: Maybelline, Essie, Goody, Wedgwood, Waterford, NY Pops
School of Visual Arts
BFA Graphic Design
2011 Gold ADDY & Judges' Award of Excellence ADDY
Maybelline NY Calendar
2011 AME Award Bronze
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