Creative Lead, Erich & Kallman
David Castellanos is an Executive Creative Director with nearly two decades of international experience, currently serving as the creative lead of the Austin office of Erich & Kallman. Born in Mexico and now based in the United States, Castellanos has built his career across markets, cultures, and disciplines.
He has held senior leadership roles at agencies including Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles, Monks Los Angeles, and DDB Mexico, where he served as Chief Creative Officer. His work has been recognised across all major international advertising festivals and has been included in permanent museum collections in the United States.
Throughout his career, Castellanos has focused on building strong creative cultures, developing teams, and creating work with lasting relevance.