Hello, my name is
Dan Mastellotto
Hybrid Designer
Over 20 years experience in Advertising Agencies, specialising in Digital, Creative and Print. I’ve managed teams and been a part of the most successful brands, soaked up all the good stuff.
My Achievements
HTML5 Banners
Awards Received
About me
I truly believe experience counts. As an experienced Studio Manager, Lead Creative Studio teams in Ad Agencies, I’ve helped build top tier brands. Then migrated to the world of Digital; Online Campaigns, Web Design, an eDM Developer and PPC Web Banner animator. Becoming a Hybrid Designer and Developer. I love my Tennis, MotoGP and F1.
My Latest Projects
How I can help
What I can do for you…
As a highly skilled and experienced Hybrid Designer, I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can use my expertise to deliver outstanding results. Having worked at top-tier agencies, I have honed my skills in developing the best processes and procedures for leading Digital Design and Studio Production teams.
Background in Graphic Design and Finished Art
My background in Graphic Design and Finished Art has given me a strong eye for detail, starting off as a high-resolution digital finished artist to a studio manager and business owner. I transitioned into the digital world, I continued to enhance my skills in Adobe Animate, building HTML5 animated web banners, social media videos and develop HTML & CSS responsive emails. I am also an accomplished web developer and UI/UX web designer.
Adding value to your organisation
I believe I have the ability to add value to any organisation that places importance on building strong brands and clear digital marketing communication plan. My expertise in Digital Design and my commitment to delivering high-quality campaigns make me an ideal candidate to collaborate with Digital Marketing Managers, as an extension of their team. Or any digital project that requires a creative, digital designer with an eye for attention to detail.
Get in touch with today
If you’re interested in having a chat and learning more about how I can help your or your organisation build a strong brand with proven spikes in sales, please contact me. I respond to my emails promptly, usually within 24 hours, except on weekends and holidays.
Brand Design
Do you need to create a Strong Brand? I have the ability to visualise and produce what a brief outlines. Some of my most notable Brand Creations was the Virgin Blue Logo and Georges on Collins Brands amongst many others. I work with clients to achieve their brand identity goals.
Technical Knowledge
My technical expertise and attention to detail has built a strong reputation for delivering top-quality results that exceed my clients’ expectations. I pride myself on my ability to communicate technical information in a way that is easy to understand, building trust with my clients and fostering long-term relationships.
Team Management
I have always been a strong team leader, can deal with deadlines and communicate well with stakeholders. Running my own Design agency I can identify where a business can be more efficient, productive and cost effective.
Tools of the Trade
As a seasoned expert with more than 20 years of experience in the Adobe CC suite, I am equipped with the skills and knowledge to handle almost any design, digital or print production brief with utmost proficiency.
Skills
and Experience
2014 – Present
Studio Digital
Founder/Digital Designer
As a seasoned Creative Director, Studio and production manager, I have overseen a wide range of projects, from logo and brand creation to web design, email programming and digital PPC online advertising.
I have had the pleasure of managing a team of Account Managers, Finished Artists, Web Developers, App Programmers, Strategic Marketers, SEO specialists, and Illustrators. My experience in team management has allowed me to develop a keen eye for identifying talent and nurturing it to deliver outstanding results.
In my role, I have also dealt with external creative agencies, marketing agencies, printers, and publishers, ensuring seamless collaboration and successful project delivery. I was responsible for estimating, client invoicing, tracking invoices, and managing client and stakeholder expectations, which requires excellent communication, attention to detail.
2014 – 2018
Ping Digital
Partner/Studio Manager
A collaborative venture with focus on being a Production Agency. I managed the Studio, worked closely with Account Directors, managed client relations. I initiated a training program with RMIT Graphic Design graduates to create a work experience initiative.
2006 – 2009
Venus Advertising
Studio Manager
In my role at this start-up agency, I played a crucial role in setting up the infrastructure from scratch. From literally hand-building the studio to hiring and training the Studio Designers, I was responsible for creating a framework for success.
As a Finished Artist and high-res digital retoucher, I was also responsible for managing weekly stakeholder meetings and reporting to the directors. My expertise in managing the production studio enabled me to deliver high-quality results that exceeded expectations.
2000 – 2005
Cummins & Partners
Finished Artist / Graphic Designer
I am proud to have played a pivotal role in creating the Virgin Blue Airlines Brand, having created the iconic www.virginblue.com.au logo. In addition to branding, I have also produced and dispatched over 300 press and magazine ads and over 80 outdoor sites per month in Australasia and New Zealand.
Portfolio
Here are only a few projects spanning a 20yr Creative Advertising career.
Lets get in touch
I’d love to hear more about your business and needs.
If you are looking for a results-driven, creative leader to help manage your team and projects, I am confident that my skills and experience make me a valuable asset.
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