ANA TANGO

MEDIA & COMMUNICATION STRATEGY

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+55 21 99797-2125

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About

Marketing and Media professional with over 10 years of experience in strategy, performance, and team leadership in Brazil and Spain. Worked at major communications groups (WPP, Dentsu), leading campaigns for global brands such as Heineken and Unilever, with a strong focus on team management and turning data into strategic insights.

Work Experience

Media Account Director

Dentsu

Mar 2020 - Dec 2024

Spain

  • Led media strategy for Heineken's full brand portfolio and DAZN Bet, navigating strict regulatory environments (alcohol and betting) without compromising campaign performance.
  • Managed multi million euro media budgets, ensuring efficient allocation across on & off channels.
  • Built strong, trust based client relationships, becoming a key strategic partner and earning direct involvement in long term planning.
  • Directed cross functional teams in planning and execution, delivering award winning campaigns recognized for creativity and effectiveness.
  • Built strong relationships with media partners, unlocking added value and premium placements for key accounts.
  • Delivered high impact POVs and strategic presentations that guided C-level decision making and long term brand growth.

Media Account Manager

WPP

Jan 2015 - Feb 2020

Spain

  • Grew from intern to manager while building and leading high performing teams that delivered large scale on & off campaigns.
  • Oversaw multi brand portfolio (Dove, Omo, Axe, Tresemmé, Magnum, Hellmann's, Knorr, Ben & Jerry's...), running dozens of campaigns simultaneously.
  • Delivered campaign efficiency through tailored media strategies.
  • Presented POVs for Spanish speaking and global markets, shaping regional and global media planning.
  • Partnered with Unilever HQ and Mindshare to align local execution with global strategy.
  • Tested new channels early, keeping brands ahead of media and consumer trends.

Community Manager

Self-Employed

Apr 2013 - Jun 2016

Brazil

  • Managed and grew online communities for fashion and food brands, increasing audience engagement through curated content and interactive campaigns.
  • Developed and executed content strategies aligned with brand identity, driving higher brand awareness and consistent messaging across social platforms.
  • Monitored social media analytics, generating actionable insights that informed campaign optimization and content planning.

Account Manager

EPA! Youth Marketing

Apr 2013 - Feb 2014

Brazil

Marketing Manager

Grupo Reserva

Feb 2012 - Mar 2013

Brazil

Awards

Game Changer Award

Dentsu

Feb 2024

Proud to be nominated as a Dentsu Game Changer, a global program recognizing top talent for a year of learning and growth.

Effie Grand Prix

Effie Awards

Nov 2021

Integrated Campaign Award

Effie Awards

Jan 2021

Instawards

Club de Creativos de España

Jan 2020

Languages

Portuguese (Native) , Spanish (Fluent) , English (Fluent) , Catalan (Conversational) , German (Conversational)

Skills

Professional Skills

  • Paid Media Strategy & Execution
  • Performance Marketing & Analytics
  • Budget Management & Forecasting
  • Data & Reporting
  • Client Relationship & Satisfaction Tracking