Mariano has designed a number of feature films, national and international campaigns over the past 20 years with clients including Smirnoff, Jameson, Coca-cola, Orange Cellular, MTN, Hyundai, Samsung and numerous Unilever products (including Lux and Axe). Mariano is at the top of his field with special interest shown by international producers and directors. His flair for fashion and flexibility in languages (Spanish, English and French) allows him to work at ease with production houses from across the globe.
Emigrating from Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he graduated Cum Laude in Fine Arts and Art History, to South Africa in the late 1990’s, worked for Peak Viewing Trans Atlantic Films for four years. During this time he worked his way through various positions in the costume department.
Mariano has since been Costume Supervisor for many films including Gallow Walkers, Drum, Askari and Number 10. He designed numerous films including Surviving Evil, Running Riot, and the critically acclaimed Spud. When not on a film set you will find Mariano submerged in books doing research, in the gym, or planning his next trip to an exotic destination.
The Bear Cub Flips since 2019, he became Creative Director of The Bear Cub – a curated selection of furniture, home decor and collectables.