Talent
Our multilingual, multidisciplinary team is made up of enthusiastic, creative professionals from a rich variety of backgrounds and ages. Together, we form the core of a company that has built a solid reputation for its technical expertise, creative thinking, effectiveness and a flexible way of working that is built around the client’s needs.
To this we add external and freelance specialists in a variety of fields who are tried, trusted and complement Manifesto Design’s own staff and range of services. All work done in our name is, however, always subject to our strict standards of quality control, timekeeping and presentation.
Meet the Team
Michel Cruz
Founding Partner & Creative Director
An economics graduate with a unique combination of marketing, product development and editorial skills, Michel leads the creative and analytical side of the company. His background in FMCG brand marketing and luxury magazine production make him a valuable multidimensional asset.
Jackie Stone
Founding Partner & Business Director
Jackie has many years’ managing offices and operational/marketing teams, ensuring key account care and an unwavering commitment to quality control, deadlines and the consistently high standards of work we have built our name on.
Ian Shenton
Managing Director and Group CEO
Ian has over 25 years’ experience in Design, Print, Web and branding. He has worked on many exciting projects, helping clients across Europe and the rest of the world to promote their brand and business. If you want to be seen through print or digital marketing, then Ian’s the person to speak to.
Kimberley Shenton
Creative Director & Branding Executive
Kimberley is a creative person with a real flair for branding and events. She has a wealth of knowledge in hospitality marketing, with a long list of impressive new product launches and print campaigns for well-known brands – and she loves helping clients plan their next launch or event.
Oksana Drutsul
Senior Graphic Designer
Oksy blends creativity and efficiency in the creation of branding concepts, editorial design, advertising, newsletters, websites, marketing material and so much more. Her dedication and friendly demeanour make her popular with clients and colleagues alike.
Paul Lopez
Digital Marketing Expert
Paul has been involved in Digital Marketing for over 15 years across many different disciplines, developing successful online marketing strategies for companies in London, Gibraltar and Marbella. He leads our SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) and Social Media Marketing teams.
Ivan Muñoz
Commercial Manager
Originally from Madrid, Iván has honed his skills in marketing, sales and account management in Spain, Northern Europe, the USA, Singapore and the Middle East. His languages, commercial flair and international network place Manifesto Design’s clients in safe hands.
Danica Van der Merwe
Content Marketing
Young Danica is a talented content marketer skilled at copy writing, blogging and creating engaging social media posts and marketing campaigns. She is a fine example of the fact that teams of different ages, genders, nationalities and skillsets complement one another the best.
Hadi Krayem
Content Marketing
Though young, Hadi has lived in different countries and has commercial aptitude. He is well-versed in digital marketing and communications methods, and how to apply them so our clients reach their audience.
What We Do?
Make your business, product and/or service stand out from the rest by focusing on your unique attributes and using our marketing skills to make sure they are seen and understand by the right people