Founder first of Pizazz Pictures (later a.k.a pizazz and STUDIO AKA) and now COLONYMEDIA, Mario has over 23 years experience of directing TV commercials and short films in animation, live action and in various innovative techniques of his own invention.

Films such as Soho Square, Carmen and The Cask of Amontillado have won major awards throughout the world. Alongside film and animation, Mario has also recently been investigating the creative and commercial potential of new media.