from all walks of life
We have a highly skilled team of communication professionals, journalists, designers, developers and even digital marketers!
JP Media’s philosophy is simple – match the personalities of client and team member, and guarantee that one of our directors will be there from a project’s inception to completion.
JP Media was born nine years ago and continues to provide its trademark strategic know-how and creativity to a range of iconic Australian brands, ensuring tangible cut through in highly complex national business and consumer landscapes.
We have grown to an integrated team of 13 highly skilled communication specialists and we continue to strive for creative ways to significantly enhance our clients’ brands, projects and initiatives. Our philosophy is simple – we let our work do the talking.
JP Media is a full-service communications agency, our team specialises in:
- Public relations and communications
- Digital marketing and social media
- Video and content creation
- Issues and crisis management
- Strategy development and support
- Web development
Our team is highly skilled at representing brands of all shapes and sizes and creating sustained PR campaigns across a range of industries.
“Hard decisions are made by picking the best option and backing yourself in. I’m determined to create effective communication strategies for lasting results.”
Patrick is a co-founder of JP Media who oversees the agency’s strategy and operations. He has 20 years experience in the industry and is instrumental in the creation of multi-tiered marketing and communication strategies, partnership structures and goals. He is an avid surfer and family man with one young son and twin baby girls. Patrick is keen on any kind of sport, renovating, guitars and well…any hobby he can find.
“My passion is building beautiful, functional products. I pride myself on finding the creative edge and a determined ability to deliver.”
Jassa is a master of complex digital platforms for high-profile brands and organisations around Australia. He has more than 15 years of experience working across all areas of the digital landscape. From apps to web development to e-commerce platforms, he has delivered countless scalable solutions for global brands. Jassa is a mad keen surfer and spends his weekends scouring the coast for waves and is already encouraging his young sons to surf.
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle.
After graduating from UniSA with a double-degree in Journalism and Creative Writing in 2017, Stefanie has worked in a range of industries, from broadcast media to digital marketing, corporate communications and stakeholder engagement.
With her adept copywriting and content curation skills, Stefanie has made significant contributions to improving digital platforms across diverse industries, including fashion, finance and energy.
When Stefanie isn’t working, she loves to travel and explore new places. On the weekend, you might find her front-and-centre at karaoke or taking a deep-dive into a self-development novel.
“Trust your gut instinct, it is often your brain processing information in your subconscious”
Self proclaimed organiser Lauren sees design as Visual Organising, and just like Marie Kondo finds lots of joy in making visuals that spark joy.
Lauren graduated from a Bachelor of Design in 2016, and has since broadened her horizons introducing digital marketing into her toolkit, with a focus on website design and management, and email marketing.
An innovator who likes to find unexpected and creative solutions to client challenges, Lauren loves finding a brand’s visual voice and how the brand can communicate consistently with customers across the digital sphere.
Lauren believes that we all have a part to play when it comes to creating a more inclusive, circular world, and that this thinking style often leads to the best business solutions.
When Lauren isn’t working in the digital space, she spends her time immersed in circular clothing, finding vintage treasures in op shops or going for walks to the dog park and giving lots of pats.
I am like a sponge that has the opportunity to be wiping sweat from the brows of the greatest team I have ever worked with. In time I will also become great.
With more than 25 years in leadership roles in the digital, content and media production industries, Heath brings a wealth of expertise to the team. A creative problem-solver, Heath focuses on developing cutting-edge communication solutions across all platforms and media. Heath’s experience in managing large-scale productions and projects has equipped him with the skills to manage teams across a range of media and communications roles.
“Talent is borrowed. Genius is stolen.”
After a lengthy media career, including a decade as newspaper editor at News Corporation, Megan transitioned into corporate and external affairs and has extensive experience representing organisations in diverse industries, including defence, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure and government. She has co-managed internal and external communications for high-profile organisations, including Holden’s closure of its former Elizabeth plant. When she’s not swinging a golf club, Megan is watching any sport she can, enjoying good food and wine, and planning her next holiday.
“Life’s too short to eat bad food and drink bad wine!”
Tess has spent more than 25 years working in Business Management roles initiating new operational procedures and streamlining processes to better suit an organisation’s aims and vision. She leads teams by example and provides a strong work ethic to deliver business directives that meet the company’s strategic goals. Tess is an avid Sydney Swans supporter and loves spending time with her family and dog, the beach and a good red wine!
“To improve is to change, so why not change often.”
Daniel has been working in the customer experience industry for the past 20 years. He has worked with companies across a range of industries to help them better understand their customers, structure their businesses to facilitate this and understand the importance of their staff in this journey. Daniel brings strategic vision, innovation and customer focus to JP Media, always looking to challenge the status quo. When he gets time on his own, he is either; cycling, brewing beer, appreciating food, wine or whiskey.
“It’s business, not art.”
Luke has been creating branding, experiences and design solutions for over 20 years for some of the world’s biggest brands like Disney and Mattel and local heroes like Adelaide Oval, InDaily, Zoos SA and Adelaide Entertainment Centre. With a strong interest in human-centred design thinking, Luke’s work is guided in his belief that design is a problem-solving tool that should elevate a brand with clear and fresh solutions. When not behind a keyboard, Luke is always contemplating another guitar purchase (currently standing at 4) and shooting photographs at night.
“The universe already has a plan, so just enjoy the ride.”
Caitlin has been working in PR, events and marketing for the past three years. She has worked with local, national and international brands across the community, arts, FMCG, luxury and corporate sectors, leading PR and digital campaigns to achieve client objectives. She graduated with a bachelor of Marketing and Communications from UniSA in 2018. Caitlin loves horror movies and Mexican food. She is known for never shying away from a karaoke bar on a night out.
“Give me an idea and a sketch and I’ll give you an app or a website.”
Fabian has been programming since he was 10 years old and has experience working with the video games industry, desktop software and web development. He loves to be involved in all aspects of development ranging from front end to the back end so there is no mystery as to how the software is functioning, as well as researching and using the latest technologies. In his spare time. Fabian enjoys spending time with his family and watching a good Netflix show.
“I have a passion for events that bring people together – that not only create moments but memories.”
With over 15 years of working with local, national and international brands in marketing and events including Vodafone, Elders, ECH and Digitale, Kylie thrives on working closely with clients to achieve key objectives. When she’s not planning events, she can be found cheering her footy loving sons from the sidelines or catching up with friends over coffee!
“With every line of code, I strive to make user-centric, high-impact and responsive websites which are easy to maintain.”
Sarita has almost a decade of experience in building, testing, publishing and maintaining software and websites for a variety of industries and clients. As an intrinsic part of JP Media’s tech team she crafts engaging and functional websites. Off the clock Sarita enjoys attending her kids extracurricular activities, travelling, a good cup of coffee, spending time outdoors with her family, and cooking.
“The harder you work for something, the greater you’ll feel when you achieve it.”
A dedicated media professional, Natalie has 13 years of journalism experience working for a global news company. Throughout her career, she has told the stories of many individuals, interviewed artists and celebrities and reported on local events. When Natalie isn’t reading books, going on an adventure or colouring in with her two little girls and hubby, she loves a good coffee, having a laugh and going to the beach.
