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Manuel Portillo

Manuel Portillo is a Madrid-based commercial director working with LANDIA across LATAM, US, and EU markets, and equals management globally.

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Production company & representation
LANDIA
Production company · LATAM, US, EU · verified Jul 2026
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Recent press & creds
Best Commercial at the European Cinematography Awards
European Cinematography Awards · award
Best Film at The International Fashion Film Awards
The International Fashion Film Awards · award
Hawkers 'Amen' Campaign Feature
Ads of the World · 2014 · press
Selected clients
AudiMicrosoftRed BullSamsungSonyVolkswagen

Bio & background

Manuel Portillo is a Madrid-based commercial director working with LANDIA across LATAM, US, and EU markets, and equals management globally. Born in Valencia, Spain, Portillo specializes in automotive, fashion, and emotionally driven branded content. His automotive portfolio includes multiple campaigns for Audi ("First Love" with DDB and Mirinda Films, "Forest" for the A5 Sportback, "Feeling Good" for the new A5), Volkswagen ("Welcome Home" for the Grand California with Ogilvy and Mirinda Films, "Original is Forever"), and Seat (Ibiza 40th Anniversary). In fashion and beauty, he has directed campaigns for Revlon ("Design Collection," "Love is On"), Hispanitas ("Pasos de Sirena," "A Long Road"), Springfield ("Zero Gravity"), and Hawkers ("Amen" with Ontwice and Pugil Films, featured on Ads of the World in December 2014). Additional clients include KFC, Bertolli, Carbonell, Santander, Fujitsu, Braun, and Andorra tourism. His directorial approach focuses on translating human emotions into tangible visual narratives. According to roster materials, he has won 12 international awards across three continents, including Best Commercial at the European Cinematography Awards and Best Film at The International Fashion Film Awards in Hollywood. Recent work through November 2024 demonstrates ongoing relationships with major automotive clients.

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Awards
  • Best Commercial at the European Cinematography Awards
    European Cinematography Awards
  • Best Film at The International Fashion Film Awards
    The International Fashion Film Awards
Press
  • Hawkers 'Amen' Campaign Feature
    Ads of the World · 2014