Hi, I’m David Kleven

I lead performance-driven creative that turns advertising into measurable growth. With 10+ years in digital design, print and advertising, I specialize in building and scaling creative systems across paid channels—where brand storytelling, data, and iteration come together to drive real business results.

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My Experience

Dentsu Creative

Associate Creative Director - Adobe 

(Current)

I lead the development of performance-driven creative across paid channels, building scalable systems that drive measurable business results. Manage and mentor cross-functional teams across design, copy, and motion, delivering high-volume creative optimized for platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and display.

Present creative concepts to clients and senior stakeholders, influencing direction and ensuring alignment between brand storytelling and performance objectives.

Media.Monks

Associate Creative Director - Google & YouTube 

(Jan. 2020-Apr. 2025)

My role is to help shape and execute innovative advertising campaigns across various social media platforms. My key responsibilities included collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop creative strategies that resonate with target audiences, leveraging data insights to inform and enhance campaign effectiveness.

Sotheby's Realty

Creative Lead 

(Aug. 2018-Jan. 2020)

As a Creative Lead at Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty, I played a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity and marketing strategies of luxury real estate properties. My responsibilities included developing and executing high-quality design concepts for promotional materials, including brochures, advertisements, and digital content.

I collaborated closely with real estate agents and stakeholders to understand client needs and translate them into compelling visual narratives. My expertise in typography, color theory, and layout design helped create cohesive branding across various platforms, such as print design and magazine publications-enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the listings.