Get reacquainted with the industry’s most down-to-earth creatives.
Penzo Studios is a Melbourne-based creative marketing agency committed to crafting projects that do more than deliver on brand experience. We invest in understanding your vision and tailor innovative solutions that drive the results that matter to you.
We are guided by a passion to push further with bold creative leaps that generate tangible return on investment. Together, we make your brand unforgettable.
Director
It takes more than a stroke of good luck to become a leader in the field. After 30 years of experience, partnering with some of the country’s most recognised brands, John’s rightfully earned his place at the head of the table. His scope of expertise covers everything from creative set-up, brand management and marketing consultancy to production and end-to-end project sales management. But for John, it’s the projects that he partners on from grassroots that spark the most joy. When he’s not making waves on-site, John can be found on the green, or exploring the outback in his camper.
Director
Marrying creative with management isn’t everyone’s forte, but it’s certainly hers. Jess has been in the property game a long time, working for nationally recognised real estate groups and private developers client-side, before jumping ship into creative management almost ten years ago. Since, Jess has honed her knack for strategy and nuanced brand language, helping clients make magic with clever solutions tailored to meet their goals. The best part? Bringing it all to life. A sought-after copywriter, when Jess isn’t in the hustle of a deadline, she’s travelling the globe or at the beach with her young family in her hometown of Auckland.
Director
Tony’s passion for design is relentless. A creative Guru, if you will. With 20 years clocked in visual communications, it’s his relentless drive to craft compelling and memorable brands through clever design that drives him. Holding a degree in Design and Marketing, and known as a Mentor to designers in the field, Tony’s style is highly refined and well-rounded, evidently crafted with the finesse of conviction and experience. The other Kiwi in our team, Tony spends his free time with his family travelling, eating, and working through his whiskey collection.
Great marketing doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built on strategy and insight, and curated by real-life experience. Ticking up more than 8 years in property marketing, including 3 with a national property developer, Ben joins the Penzo team with a reputation as a results-driven marketing expert who delivers across residential, commercial and industrial sectors. From launching projects worth up to $400 million across Melbourne’s growth corridors to shaping campaigns for private and institutional clients, Ben brings that rare combination of agency agility and client-side understanding. For Ben, the sweet spot is bringing developments to life from the ground up. His qualifications in commerce and real estate back his commercial nous, but it’s his collaborative and personable approach that consistently earns the trust of teams, stakeholders and brands alike. A local of Geelong, Ben starts mornings with a run along the Barwon River with his dog, followed by a coffee at home with his partner and their six-month-old.
Adam began his career as a sign writer, laying the foundation for what has become a dynamic and highly respected presence in the industry. With over 30 years of experience, Adam brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and technical expertise to every project. His hands-on approach ensures that no detail is overlooked, and his ability to deliver practical, high-impact solutions consistently sets him apart. Adam is known for his strength in project management, seamlessly guiding each job from concept through to completion. He’s passionate about turning creative ideas into reality while staying firmly aligned with timelines and budget, earning the trust of clients and collaborators alike.