Mark started as the tea lady in 1982 and ended up as everyone's boss. But even before MSO his entrepreneurial streak shone through: he managed to become the only student (ever) to graduate with more money than they started with. Mark's goal is to create a hierarchy-free environment at MSO, where everyone is heard and no idea is wrong. He's achieved it. Everyone feels valued and wants to use their skills to do the best work for the client. Most of all though, Mark is a joker and his wicked sense of humour makes him seem more like a mate than a boss. mark@msodesign.com
Brent is a 'big picture' guy. His official job title is Production Manager, but he likes to get stuck into those left-of-field jobs, like signage or direct marketing stuff. The unsung hero of the studio, he tackles those necessary evils like fixing the printer and ordering stock. A real rock of support, Brent is always there to help. Bend over backwards? This guy will contort his body into positions you wouldn't believe possible to help out his team. He's experienced (over 10 years in the industry), qualified (five years' studying), highly skilled and we love to see the latest 'inBrentions' he comes up with. brent@msodesign.com
Ray's been a part of life at MSO as long as anyone can remember, which means he's an archive of information on clients and jobs. Focused more on the production side of the operation, Ray deals with many of the oddball jobs that crop up. Eagle-eyed and thorough, Ray can often spot a typo or a spelling mistake at 100 metres (very useful in a team of designers - providing he's wearing his glasses!!). His passion is browsing recipe books and sampling wine - he has even been known to experiment in the kitchen. Another interest is the outdoors and he continues to marvel at nature's diversity and vastness. ray@msodesign.com
Ingrid took a roundabout route into web design, beginning with a BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Zoology. Whilst recovering in Europe she realised that computers were a necessary evil, so returned and took a multimedia diploma. Ingrid has been a web developer at MSO since 2003 (bar a six-month sabbatical in Europe). She enjoys problem solving and leaves nothing to chance with logical, well thought-out solutions. However, there's more to Ingrid than logic. A great networker, she gets on with everyone and enjoys making people laugh. ingrid@msodesign.com
A lover of all things art, Kellie's early years were filled with a yearning to become the next Van Gogh. As she got older she decided she was unfortunately (or fortunately) not tortured enough to make it into the ear-chopping-off world of fine art. Well, their loss. Kellie is creative, imaginative and full of great ideas. And she also helps other people to realise their ideas and develop their skills. Kellie's designed in New Zealand and England, and also taught design at tertiary level. Kellie loves the fact that no one takes themselves too seriously at MSO; everyone's always up for a laugh and a bit of banter. kellie@msodesign.com
Stacey's parents realised at an early age that she was a budding designer, because they would find pencil drawings of logos on all their electrical appliances. Stacey moved effortlessly from the pencil to the Mac and now produces design work with flair and enthusiasm. Experienced in several different areas of the design industry, Stacey has worked as an architectural designer and as an illustrator and finishing artist. Able to critique work and add the final touch to make the piece balance, she'll work out what the objectives are before we begin a project and make sure every box is ticked at the end. stacey@msodesign.com
Kelly has a passion for the creative industry and its processes. Equipped with a BCApSc in Marketing and Design from Otago University, her interests lie mainly in print media and editorial design.
This coffee-lover is MSO's unofficially titled "Spreadsheet Queen" however her role is split between assisting with clients and suppliers, accounts and helping out the designers when needed. She is the quintessential multi-tasker! The team environment is not the only reason why she enjoys being at MSO, as every day brings new opportunities and challenges.. kellyl@msodesign.com
After an end of year science lab prank at Onslow College went very very wrong, Trey enjoyed a gap year that is best described as a.. err.. gap.
He slipped into design school, graduated into a junior design position in 2004 and begin honing his skills in graphic design and Mac art. After catching Mark at a very weak moment (11.30pm at an industry party) he secured his position with MSO in May 2008. An avid Arsenal supporter, Trey's other interests include music. He performs live as a Drum and Bass DJ and has started to produce music. He also makes a terrible coffee. Never, ever get him to make you a coffee. Honestly, you would be better off stabbing yourself in the neck with a bowie knife.
Trey has slotted into the MSO culture well undertaking a wide variety of projects for numerous MSO clients.
trey@msodesign.com