SYDNEY – Jeff Donios has joined R/GA Sydney as senior technology director to drive the development of the agency’s technology capabilities.
A technology development expert with more than 14 years experience, Donios previously worked with VML’s New York and lAustralia office, where he was technical director at the latter office. He replaces Bryan Jones, senior technical director, who recently transferred to R/GA’s Los Angeles office to help establish its technology offering.
As part of Donios’ remit to develop the agency’s technology capabilities, he will be responsible for building and leading technology teams and help the agency grow overall.
“R/GA creates breakthroughs at the intersection of technology, creative and business, so it is very important to have a senior technology person with these three sensibilities as the Sydney office grows,” said Jim Moffatt, EVP managing director APAC, R/GA. “Jeff’s experience at creating new powerful technologies that attract and retain customers for global brands made him a perfect fit for us.”
In his previous role, Donios created the architecture and managed the product development of the surf industry’s first GPS enabled watch for Rip Curl, winning 3 Cannes Lions for his work. He has also worked alongside clients such as Kellogg’s, Commonwealth Bank, Gatorade, Emirates, Revlon and NRL.
Donios reports to R/GA global chief technology officer Nick Coronges.
