We believe fit is everything and that truly appropriate communications only come from understanding before acting.
Before we begin the creative process, we work closely with your organisation to understand your ambitions, culture and challenges in as much detail as possible. In doing so, we can help to shape your brief with you, so you can be sure our solutions will perfectly fit the needs of your campaign.
The Mavo team
Svevo Romano
Digital Director
Over the last fifteen years, Svevo has been cultivating an exciting career as a new media developer, animator, graphic designer and interactive media specialist. He has been involved in numerous projects: producing animated cartoons for Grundy (TV production company), RAI (Italian national TV network) and consulting on new media developments for COPA (Architectural Association).
In 2005, he moved from Naples to London to further his lifelong passion for technology and interactive media. Since then, he has worked as a designer / developer for Langland advertising, where he played an integral part in two multi award winning healthcare campaigns (including the 2006 RX Club of New York Award of Excellence, and the bronze 2007 IPA Best of Health Awards). More recently he has worked as a consultant for Apple.
Svevo has a strong design ethic based on functionality and the importance of striking a balance between what "looks good and what makes sense". As a member of the ODP (Open Directory Project) he values the "key aspects of web marketing strategies and maintaning web standards".
Marc Schaller
Creative Director
Marc received a BA (Hons) in History of Art from the University of Leeds and an MA (with distinction) in Typo/Graphic Design from the London College of Printing.
With a decade of commercial experience in brand communication, graphic design and art direction, Marc's work stretches across various creative disciplines including: brand identity, graphic design, web and interactive design. He has created design, identity and communication campaigns for well known clients including: ASDA, BBC, CB Richard Ellis, Investec, 1GOAL, Roche and Sugar Puffs.
After stints as a designer and art director at several well known London agencies, including 4Creative (Channel Four), in 2006, Marc and Svevo joined together to set up Mavo. He continues to talk and write on branding, graphic design, web and interactive communication.
Christie Podioti
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
In 2000, Christie moved to London, to receive a BA (Hons) in Typo/Graphic Design at the London College of Printing (after completing her studies in Graphic Design, Illustration, Freehand & Architectural Drawing in her home town of Athens). During the same period she began experimenting with typography, editorial design and printmaking, which she continues to practice today.
With 7 years of commercial experience, Christie has worked on all manner of print design projects; from brand identity, advertising, promotional graphics and editorial media to book & magazine design. She has also created bespoke illustrations for high-end fashion campaigns and children's literature.
Her previous client work includes design for well known brands such as Barclays, Nokia, Siemens, Corona, Pampers, Pfizer, Vicks and Kenco.
Andrew Elia
Interactive & Mobile Developer
Andrew Elia is a technical visionary with a strong background in internet, mobile, desktop and embedded systems. Operating as a consultant within the media and finance sectors, Andrew has over a decade of experience of working with clients, helping them identify the most efficient methods of delivering and monetising technical innovation, content and information in a complex and shifting technical and commercial landscape.
Andrew's sound technical knowledge and excellent presentation skills make him an ideal ambassador for new technologies and developing businesses, where he has an established track record of growing sales through intelligent communication of client offerings.
Gabby Cooke
Marketing & Business Development
With experience in marketing and business development - across several fields - including internet payment processing and artist promotion in the music industry - Gabby is a new edition to the Mavo team.
After studying her BA at Nottingham University Gabby worked for Sage's online processing facility as Business Development Manager, negotiating the integration of the recently acquired 'online processor' into the core business of accounting software. Gabby has also studied music management and continues to develop her passion for music composition and performance.
Haffeera Cader
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
Haffeera is a graphic designer who graduated from the London College Of Printing in 2001 with a BA (Hons) in graphic and media design.
Since then she has notched up over eight years experience working within the industry. She likes challenges and returned to Kingston University in 2009 to achieve an MA in Communication Design being taught by Vaughn Oliver and Dick Whitbred.
Experienced in print and as well in digital design, her specialised areas include illustration, typography and animation. She has worked for clients such as Sony Computer Entertainment, Southbank Centre, Butlins, RBS, Journeys Travel Insurance, Electonic Arts.
