Max Barrios is the Interim Director of Orange Umbrella and has spent nearly two decades working in advertising and creative leadership. He began his career as a junior graphic designer and worked his way up into creative direction and agency leadership – giving him firsthand experience at every level of the industry.
In Orange Umbrella, Max’s goal is simple: prepare students for what the professional world actually looks like. The course is designed to mirror how real agencies operate, so students graduate with practical skills, confidence, and portfolio-ready work.
Fun fact: Max is a U.S. Army veteran and has raced in several competitive triathlon events.