MARK COLUMNA

Describe what you do at Forte Marketing?
I lead the creative process for brand identity, which includes everything from research and discovery to final execution. I create user-friendly layouts and visually engaging user interfaces for web design projects, and I design marketing materials such as social media graphics, campaigns, newsletters, and websites.

What solutions do you deliver to clients?
I develop visual and digital solutions, including graphics, and other creative assets, tailored to business goals and target audience.

We all have different ways of working - how would you describe your approach to work?
Collaborate closely with the team to align creative output with goals.

What did you do before you started at Forte Marketing and what most appealed to you about joining the team?
I’ve been designing logos and brand identity for years before I joined Forte Marketing. What most exciting about joining Forte Marketing is the flexibility and variations of artwork projects, which for me makes my career more challenging and exciting.

What is your greatest source of enjoyment at Forte Marketing?
Being part of the team that values creativity and originality, and collaborating with talented people who push each other to do better work, makes every project exciting and fulfilling.

Can you tell us about the most memorable moment of your career?
It was my early days as a professional graphic designer, full of curiosity and eager to learn, I made lots of mistakes, but I got better from them. Those moments of trial and discovery shaped how I approach design now.

If you were a superhero, what would be your superpower?
I’d probably be a Mind Reader, as I like reading people's minds and I’m a bit nosy lol

What would you typically be doing and where would we find you when you’re not at work?
You’ll find me playing with my brushes, pencils, paints, and guitar. I do physical activities too, as much as I can, like working out at the gym, and I also love doing boxing as well.

Tell us something surprising about yourself.
Sometimes when I can’t sleep, I listen to metal songs through headphones/earphones, then I’d fall asleep. Also, not every time, but I love cooking, cleaning, and organising the house. Many say artists are naturally messy people, but I’m very fussy when it comes to cleanliness.