Engage with ambition

I’m a strategic marketer, creative communicator and innovative storyteller with over a decade of experience in academia, research, science and innovation. Having undertaken a PhD at the intersection of marketing and research impact I have a deep understanding of the research environment and how to creatively translate complex science, engage audiences and achieve impact.

I apply design thinking to understand clients’ and collaborators’ challenges. And I’m trusted by research organisations to devise innovative marketing and communication solutions. 

Learn more about my strategic approach to audience engagement, and innovation in creative knowledge exchange, marketing and communication.

  



“Throughout our collaboration, Dan was communicative, responsive, and solution-oriented—always suggesting approaches that aligned with our budget and timelines. His strong understanding of science communication was particularly valuable, helping us convey complex research in a clear and engaging way. Dan’s collaborative style, technical expertise, and thoughtful approach made the process smooth and significantly less stressful. His work has been a valuable asset to QUBIC, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with him.“
Rachael Birks - Chief Operating Officer, ARC Centre of Excellence in Quantum Biotechnology

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Transcend expectations of corporate marketing to take audiences on a cinematic voyage with inspiring content. Raise awareness and drive recruitment for priority programs. 


Authentic stories emerge from the collaborative relationship I develop with my clients and creative partners. Research stories that evidence impact and strengthened stakeholder engagement.

Thought leadership and social content to engage, generate new connections and establish valuable relationships.


Express visions of the future and launch major campaigns that bring purpose to life.

Frozen frames

The goal of most creative content is to start a conversation with somebody to fulfil a purpose. Spark curiosity; awaken something; convey a message. A photo shouldn’t be treated any differently.

Borrowing words from Jean-Paul Sartre, on most photographs: “The photograph leaves me so unaffected that I do not even form an image.” That’s the challenge—in a world of image abundance—to create photos with spirit.

Selects from a recent billboard campaign.

 
Alongside my creative practice I teach in the Master of Digital Communication. I am a digital media researcher, speaker, and workshop facilitator. In collaboration with my clients, I design and deliver bespoke professional development training.

Working with audiences as diverse as AI researchers on YouTube; neuroscientists on TikTok; business academics and innovators raising their industry profiles; and entrepreneurs perfecting their pitch, my areas of expertise include audience engagement, creative knowledge exchange, and digital storytelling.

Sessions include, but aren’t limited to, Engaging for impact: connecting with industry and your community and Identity and impact: connecting with your inner creative self.

Clients have included The ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society (ADM+S) and the Digital Media Research Centre (QUT); Tech and Policy Lab (University of Western Australia); Swinburne Innovation Studio; UTS Graduate Research School; and Griffith Business School.

“As public engagement in research becomes ever more pressing, Daniel delivered an excellent introduction where students could begin to consider their voice and how they engage with video content for research communication in the future.”
Sally Storey, ADM+S

"It was a really engaging and helpful session, and I have received lots of positive feedback from our participants"
Willow Macpherson, Griffith Business School

Check out an example of my professional development resources with the free series, Making better research videos.