Biography
Biography
Closing in on two decades of crafting visual experiences, building brands, and pushing the boundaries of creative technology.
The Story
The Story
The Story
Photography by Ryan Boyajian
A multi-disciplinary creator driven by curiosity and craft.
Paul Melluzzo is a founder, creative director, and visual artist based in Connecticut. With over 18 years of experience shaping brand identities and digital experiences, he brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and artistic vision to every project.
His work spans the intersection of technology, design, and storytelling—from directing campaigns for Fortune 500 brands to building AI-powered creative tools. Paul believes that great design should not only look beautiful but solve real problems and create meaningful connections.
Currently, he serves as Co-Founder and Creative Director at Epicly AI, where he's reimagining how marketing teams create engaging content at scale. Previously, he led creative for award-winning campaigns working with brands like Shiseido, NBC Universal, and Hallmark.
When not designing, Paul hosts the Driven to Create podcast, writes about creativity and technology on Medium, and mentors emerging designers.
Photography by Ryan Boyajian
A multi-disciplinary creator driven by curiosity and craft.
Paul Melluzzo is a founder, creative director, and visual artist based in Connecticut. With over 18 years of experience shaping brand identities and digital experiences, he brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and artistic vision to every project.
His work spans the intersection of technology, design, and storytelling—from directing campaigns for Fortune 500 brands to building AI-powered creative tools. Paul believes that great design should not only look beautiful but solve real problems and create meaningful connections.
Currently, he serves as Co-Founder and Creative Director at Epicly AI, where he's reimagining how marketing teams create engaging content at scale. Previously, he led creative for award-winning campaigns working with brands like Shiseido, NBC Universal, and Hallmark.
When not designing, Paul hosts the Driven to Create podcast, writes about creativity and technology on Medium, and mentors emerging designers.
Resume
Experience
2023 — Present
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Epicly AI
Leading product design and creative strategy for an AI-powered content platform.
2016 — Present
Creative Director
Omnislash Visual
Directed creative campaigns for global brands across digital, video, and experiential.
2008 — 2016
Creative Director
Absent Logic Productions
Built brand systems, digital experiences, and motion content across multiple clients and verticals.
2007 — 2008
Production Manager
TagTeam Business Partners
Managed production and logistics for a variety of video projects.
Skills & Expertise
Direction
- Creative Strategy
- Art Direction
- Brand Identity
- Campaign Development
Design
- Motion Graphics
- 3D Modeling & Animation
- Branding & Identity
- UI/UX Design
Technology
- AI/ML Workflow Automation
- 3D Printing and Scanning
- Prototyping
- Javascript & Python Development
- Blockchain Development
Leadership
- Storytelling & Presentation
- Budget & Resource Management
- Project Management
- Mentorship & Training
Recognitions & Awards
2024
2X Silver Award Winner
Telly Awards
2022
Blockchain Grant
Algorand
2012
Published Photography
Entertainment Weekly
Journey
The Path
2023
Co-Founded Epicly AI
Launched an AI-powered platform for creating engaging digital content for marketing teams.
2023
Co-Founded Epicly AI
Launched an AI-powered platform for creating engaging digital content for marketing teams.
2020
Expanded Into Creative Technology
Built product prototypes and tools that bridge storytelling, design systems, and automation.
2016
Led Brand and Event Campaigns
Directed cross-disciplinary work across digital, motion, and experiential activations for both live in-person events and marketing campaigns.
2016
Led Brand and Event Campaigns
Directed cross-disciplinary work across digital, motion, and experiential activations for both live in-person events and marketing campaigns.
2008
Started working in film and television production
Worked on first feature film as a production assistant and produced several TV Commercials
2007
Foundation
Began working for a post house in Southington, Connecticut as a production manager for tape conversions.
2007
Foundation
Began working for a post house in Southington, Connecticut as a production manager for tape conversions.
Thoughts
Writing & Talks
Medium
•Jun 2025
FeaturedThe Rise of the Creative Engineer
When I first entered the creative industry in 2007, I didn't quite fit the mold...
Read moreDriven to Create Podcast
•Nov 2024
Faded Memories of the Multi-Hyphenate
This episode is for the generalists who feel stuck in the impostor loop, measuring their progress against specialists...
Read moreMedium
•Mar 2024
How Creative Professionals Can Benefit from Deep Learning Concepts
The same motivations that drive us towards certain behaviors are also the same ones that allow the magic of Deep Learning to happen for autonomous entities.
Read moreMedium
•Feb 2024
FeaturedWolves, Coyotes and Bears: Embracing Change in a Post-AI World
Lately, I’ve been fielding a lot of concerns from colleagues about what the world will look like for Video Production in the next five years...
Read more
Recognition
Filmography & Clients
Filmography
Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story
end credits
2025
A Newport Christmas
end credits
2025
Edging with Friends
editor (1 episode), technical director (2 episodes), produced by
2025
The Christmas Spark
title designer
2025
Trivia at St. Nick's
end credits
2024
Meet Me Next Christmas
title designer
2024
Get Him Back for Christmas
title designer
2024
Once Upon a Christmas Wish
title designer
2024
The Christmas Quest
title designer
2024
The Finnish Line
title designer
2024
A Merry Scottish Christmas
end credits designer
2023
A Biltmore Christmas
title designer
2023
Mystic Christmas
title designer
2023
Where Are You, Christmas?
title designer
2023
Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo
director, directed by (14 episodes)
2023–
A Nashville Country Christmas
end credits
2022
Steppin' Into the Holiday
title designer
2022
Santa Bootcamp
title designer
2022
Ghosts of Christmas Always
title designer
2022
How to Live Your Best Death
title designer
2022
Groundswell
end credit designer
2022
Two Tickets to Paradise
title designer
2022
The 12 Days of Christmas Eve
bts, title designer
2022
Mistletoe in Montana
title designer
2021
The Holiday Fix Up
title designer
2021
Holiday in Santa Fe
title designer
2021
Sugar Plum Twist
title designer
2021
Christmas in Tune
title designer
2021
A Holiday in Harlem
title designer
2021
Soul Santa
title designer, camera operator: second unit
2021
Next Stop, Christmas
title designer, epk
2021
South Beach Love
title designer
2021
Taking the Reins
title designer
2021
Sand Dollar Cove
title designer
2021
Her Pen Pal
title designer
2021
A Predator Returns
compositor
2021
Once Upon a Main Street
title designer
2020
Dear Christmas
title designer
2020
One Royal Holiday
title designer
2020
Feliz NaviDAD
title designer
2020
A Predator's Obsession
visual effects supervisor
2020
Christmas Reservations
title designer
2019
Rediscovering Christmas
epk, digital artist
2019
Verdict
assistant camera, gaffer
2019
A Very Nutty Christmas
end credits designer, visual effects supervisor
2018
Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane
digital artist
2018
Christmas at Pemberley Manor
visual effects supervisor
2018
Her Son's Secret
associate producer
2018
The Watcher in the Woods
title designer, visual effects supervisor
2017
Beautiful Flowers
first assistant camera
2017
Romance at Reindeer Lodge
additional camera operator, visual effects artist
2017
A Very Merry Toy Store
associate producer, visual effects artist
2017
Splitting Image
associate producer
2017
Stalker's Prey
associate producer, visual effects artist
2017
The Curse of Don Scarducci
assistant camera, camera operator
2016
Wally Lamb at The Garde
camera operator
2016
Twisted Sisters
b cam operator
2016
Roommate Wanted
writer, director, producer
2016
The Murder Pact
first assistant camera, end credits
2015
Esquire
assistant camera, gaffer
2015
Ana Maria in Novela Land
compositing artist
2015
Dark Haul
assistant camera, end credits, visual effects artist
2014
Chilling Visions: 5 States of Fear
assistant camera, end credits
2014
Animal
second assistant camera, end credits layout
2014
Deep in the Darkness
second assistant camera, end credits
2014
Wishin' and Hopin'
first assistant camera, visual effects artist, end credits
2014
The Santa Con
lead visual effects artist
2014
Knock, Knock
camera operator, visual effects, producer
2013
The Dispatcher
assistant camera
2013
Chiller 13: Great American Slashers
camera operator
2013
Chilling Visions: 5 Senses of Fear
second assistant camera, end credits, title sequence
2013
Chiller 13: Most Horrifying Hook-ups
camera operator
2013
Syfy 20th Anniversary Special
camera operator
2012
Dead Souls
still photographer, end credits
2012
Remains: Road to Reno
still photographer, production manager
2011
Remains
still photographer, end credits, second assistant director
2011
Chiller 13: Horror's Creepiest Kids
camera operator
2011
Alien Opponent
end credits, production scheduling, visual effects artist, assistant director
2010
Wonder...
visual effects artist
2010
Chiller 13: The Decade's Scariest Movie Moments
boom operator
2010
Assault of the Sasquatch
ending credits, production assistant, digital effects artist
2009
Select Clients
- Shiseido
- NBCUniversal
- Hallmark
- bareMinerals
- McDonald's
- Patrón Tequila
- Jordan Brand
- Lifetime
...and many more incredible brands over 18+ years
Philosophy
Guiding Principles
The Rising Tide Lifts All Boats
The best ideas come from collaboration. I believe in working together to create something greater than the sum of its parts.
Hard Work Towards Excellence
The best work is the result of hard work. I believe in putting in the effort to create something truly exceptional.
Never Be Complacent
Complacency is the enemy of progress. I believe in continuous improvement and growth.
Be the Driver of Change
Change is the only constant. I believe in being the one to drive change, not just react to it.