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Final Fantasy XIV Paid Media

Final Fantasy XIV Paid Media

The franchise demands visual ambition. The tech demands restraint. The job is finding both.

The franchise demands visual ambition. The tech demands restraint. The job is finding both.

Client

Square Enix JP

Role

Senior Art Director

Tools

Photoshop

Overview

Context

I art directed and designed paid media banners and site takeovers for Final Fantasy XIV, collaborating with Square Enix JP's marketing and accounts teams to promote new content across multiple campaigns.

Problem

The banners needed to capture FFXIV's high-production aesthetic while staying within strict HTML5 weight and load limitations — a technical constraint that constantly pushes against the visual ambition the franchise demands.

Process

I handled design and style framing—exploring compositions, key art treatments, and type layouts optimized for lightweight animation. Partnered with my team on HTML5 motion execution, ensuring the banners stayed performant across platforms without sacrificing the look.

Impact

Credits

Sr Designer, HTML

Sr Designer, HTML

David Cortez

David Cortez

Sr Designer, HTML

Sr Designer, HTML

Jose Cardena

Jose Cardena

Associate Creative Director

Associate Creative Director

Jacob Boghosian

Jacob Boghosian