Carlos Asse is a bilingual commercial director, producer and creative leader hailing from Mexico City and based in Los Angeles. With a strong foundation in performance-driven creative production, he has a proven track record in leading high-profile projects for brands like Nissan, Toyota, PayPal, On Running, and many more.

He is dedicated to creating work that celebrates culture, heritage, and the human experience, intrigued by the stories that make us who we are.


Beyond his love for the craft, Carlos is a​n outdoor enthusiast​, a fan of live music and chai lattes​.

contact
assecarlos@gmail.com

recognition/press
Directors Notes
AdLatina
Booooooom TV
Telemundo
Telly Award - Social Impact
New York Television Festival - Notable Writer


 

A film I made in 35mm motion picture film

Dark at Sea

 

Dark at Sea is an unsettling exploration of frustration and defeat. The film portrays a man’s struggle versus himself to find true meaning in his journey as a dancer, and the externalization of oneself’s attachment to success.

Production Company: Dieresis
Directed by Carlos Asse
Cinematography by Paul Theodoroff
Performed by Matthew Gibbs
Edit by Cavan James @ Forager