Creative Director. Managing Director. copywriter. Strategist. theorist. Client confidant. Professional Polynesian dancer for 13 years. Office supplies salesman for exactly one day. Real Football tailgater. Fantasy Football aficionado. Bulldog whisperer. Occasional world traveler. Always-on husband & dad.
CALL ME PAI
As a former professional Polynesian dancer, I grew up with a passion for creative storytelling. The choreography and craft. The energy of performing on a live stage. The ability to captivate complete strangers by introducing them to a culture unfamiliar to their own — my culture.
Now I’ll be honest, while spinning a fire knife around my half-naked body and trying not to burn myself or the home of the person that hired me, the last thing I was thinking about is how these skills might one day be transferable to a career in advertising.
But captivating audiences with entertainment and education, living for that moment in a crowded room where all eyes are on me and my team, and sharing a part of myself with every creative expression… I’ve been preparing for this role my entire life.
Now I get to help brands tell their stories and to connect with all new communities. Best of all, I get to keep my clothes on.
If you have any questions about my work, ad experience, non-ad experience, or if you're looking for a fire dancer to perform at your kid's bar mitzvah, you can email me at: josh.paialii@gmail.com
