maine manalansan

design director

About

My love story with content creation and publishing started when I was 17 years old. I launched an online magazine called Stache that welcomed creatives from all around the globe. With no external funding (aside from my parents, of course), I was able to run the magazine for three years with over a hundred contributors in the masthead and an award in tow. Since then, I've been working in the publishing industry both in print and digital as an Editor and Creative Director. Being a business graduate, I understand the need for content to not just be engaging but also sustainable. I look at every story as a business move that can help grow a publication's audience or a brand's story and identity. My experience in theater as a Design Director gave me a ton of experience in producing and marketing live shows. It also taught me the importance of camaraderie and teamwork, especially in stressful situations. Whether it be a brochure or a magazine or an experience, everything I do is design-oriented. I find joy in the process and in working with people to find good-looking solutions.

Country

philippines

City

manila

Industry

newspapers

Skill

management, art direction, digital media, web design, graphic design, video production, magazines, leadership

Experience

creative director - young star

philstar daily inc.

2014-2 - 2018-11 · 4 yrs 10 mos

I started my career in Young STAR as an editorial assistant straight out of college. I developed a unique look for the newspaper section, effectively branding it as the go-to publication for amazing visuals. I worked with a lot of seasoned and up-and-coming local talents.

marketing associate

the fore

2017-11 - 2018-5 · 7 mos

Helped Kim Jones, a creative force in the fashion industry, in launching her brand. Aside from organizing the launch event, I also gave input in designing the website and newsletter.

managing editor

mr manileño

2016-9 - 2018-2 · 1 yr 6 mos

founder

stache magazine online

2010-12 - 2013-12 · 3 yrs 1 mo

design director

the sandbox collective

2014-4 - Present · 12 yrs 6 mos

As one of the pioneering members of this theater company, I was in charge of setting a visual style for all the shows and festivals that we did and are doing, which includes producing photo and video shoots, social media and newsletter strategy, and on-ground activities. From heartwarming musicals to three-day festivals of the absurd, our mission is to introduce new shows to the market.

editor - young star

the philippine star

2018-11 - Present · 7 yrs 11 mos

After working as a Creative Director for Young STAR, I finally landed my dream job within the company. Aside from coming up with weekly stories for print, I'm working with my team to innovate new ways to tell stories and news that the youth will engage in.