Luiz Mattos

Luiz Mattos is a senior director at IMG Models New York. He oversees the careers of some of IMG’s top talent, including Alessandra Ambrosio, Anwar Hadid, Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid, Hannah Ferguson, Martha Hunt and Taylor Hill. Mattos specializes in developing multi-dimensional, high-impact careers while maintaining the integrity of each model’s core fashion business. He recognizes the importance of developing each model’s unique voice in today’s digitally-driven world, establishing some of the world’s most recognizable faces in fashion.

Mattos began his career working for a modeling agency in Sao Paolo, Brazil, before relocating to New York. In 1999, he joined Ford Models, where he spent 10 years working alongside founder Katie Ford and managing models. After honing his management skills and developing his career at various agencies in Brazil and New York, Mattos joined IMG in 2008. During his tenure, he has orchestrated several of the most significant fashion deals, including Gigi’s 40 Vogue covers and wildly successful collaborations with Tommy Hilfiger #TommyxGigi, Vogue Eyewear and Reebok, as well as Bella’s Dior Beauty, Fendi, Versace, Michael Kors, Bulgari and Moschino campaigns.

Mattos received his J.D. from Universidade Capital. He is fluent in five languages, including Portuguese and English. Mattos currently resides in Manhattan.