Paloma Cortez

Paloma Cortez is a seasoned creative professional with extensive experience in brand management and design. Currently serving as a Senior Creative Brand Manager at USAA since November 2018, Cortez has previously held positions as a Senior Designer in the Chief Creative Office and as a Senior Designer-Contractor at the same organization. In addition, Cortez is a Co-Founder of Wide Awake Creative and has worked as a Senior Art Director at FCB Global and an Art Director at both Brokaw Inc. and FCB Chicago. Cortez began a career in design at Design House Group as a Graphic Designer, eventually moving to freelance work as an Art Director at Bromley, focusing on multicultural campaigns. Educationally, Cortez holds a Post-baccalaureate certificate in Advertising from Northwestern University and a B.S. in Communication, with a focus on Print Journalism, from Oral Roberts University.