A Mexican-American in the business of messaging
Christopher Morales is a first-generation native Angeleno with experience in brand, account, and project management within the advertising industry. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to bring creative, data-driven campaigns to life for clients like Walmart+, Monopoly GO!, and Google One. He is passionate about exploring how emerging technologies shape the industry and is committed to advancing diversity in media.
Before advertising, Christopher graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Communication. At Cornell, he served as the General Manager and News Director of WVBR-FM. One of his initiatives included increased reporting of Cornell Women's Ice Hockey, which contributed to higher game attendance, the formation of incredible friendships, and additional volunteer opportunities. He remains deeply connected to his alma mater as a member of the Cornell Club of LA (CCLA) board.
Christopher also takes pride in his volunteer work as Co-Director of the Junior Program at Minds Matter Southern California, which provides social-emotional learning, mentorship, and college-readiness support to low-income students.
Christopher is a 2023 ADCOLOR FUTURES alum and a member of the HACKATHON-winning Team Three: Gaming with their "Pass the Controller" concept. He was an ambassador to the 2024 ADCOLOR FUTURES class and now serves on the ADCOLOR Advisory Board.
Beyond his professional and community involvement, Christopher enjoys mochas, playing soccer, and visiting Disneyland.
Awards & Distinctions:
Shorty Awards, Gold Honor in Vertical Video for Walmart+ “Moms Answer Moms” — May 2025
ADCOLOR FUTURES & HACKATHON Winner — Class of 2023
4A’s SoCal Institute for Advanced Advertising Studies — Participant — Spring 2022
IRTS Future Media Leader Accelerator Series — All-Star — Summer 2020
The Senior Honor Society of Quill & Dagger — Secretary — 127th Tapping Class
Richard A. Church ‘64 Senior Service Award — Recipient — May 2020
NBCUniversal/LNSEC Scholarship — Recipient — December 2017
Global Student Leadership Award — Recipient — April 2016