Diego is a storyteller whose evocative imagery navigates the delicate balance between modernity & timelessness.

Diego Contreras is a storyteller whose evocative imagery navigates the delicate balance between modernity and timelessness. His visual language is imbued with vibrant energy, introspection, and human grace—often juxtaposing the bold immediacy of the present with echoes of a deeper, almost nostalgic past. This approach is evident in standout campaigns like Facebook ‘Community,’ where he celebrated genuine human connection across diverse cultures, and Amica ‘More Human,’ a cinematic meditation on disconnection in our tech-obsessed world. His affinity for character and world building is especially evident in projects like iPhone 13 Pro and Final Fantasy XVI ‘Requiem,’ where custom-built sets and soundtracks helped translate fantastical visions into tangible storytelling.

Originally from Guatemala and now based in Los Angeles, Diego Contreras has amassed an ambitious body of work that spans narrative shorts, music videos, and commercials working with brands such as Apple, Facebook, Ford, Reebok, Expedia, and PlayStation. A former art director at BBDO NY, Anomaly, and CP+B, Diego naturally gravitated toward filmmaking—an evolution that reflects his passion for crafting stories with originality at their core.

His work has been recognized by Cannes Lions, Shots, Clios, The One Show, Webby Awards, and Vimeo Staff Picks. Drawn to projects that are fresh, unexpected, and emotionally resonant, he immerses himself in inventive characters, meaningful dialogue, and fully realized worlds. It’s this boundless curiosity and dedication to originality that propels his work forward, leaving a lasting emotional impact long after the final frame.