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David Montana
BASED IN + WILLING TO TRAVEL
About Me
I’m David Montana, a Melbourne photographer who spent 10 years in graphic design before picking up a camera professionally. This means I don’t just document your event. I understand how these images actually get used.
Marketing needs clean, consistent shots. Social media needs variety and candid energy. Internal comms needs the moments that show culture, not just logos. I shoot with all of this in mind because I’ve been on the other side, briefing photographers who didn’t get it.
I work best with clients who understand that good event photography is an investment in how your brand shows up. If you need someone who arrives on time, captures everything without creating drama, and delivers a gallery you can actually use.
Preferred Genres:
Alternative, Country, Pop, Psychedelic, Electro, Folk, Punk, RnB, Hip Hop, Rock, Indie, Jazz, Singer-Songwriter, Metal
Preferred Venue Sizes:
< 50, 50 - 250, 250 - 500, 500 - 2.000, > 2.000
Gallery
Services & Rates
Services:
Photo Shoot (Indoor), Festival Coverage, Photo Shoot (Studio), Live Photos, Portraits, Photo Shoot (Outdoor)
Starting from 250 $
Rates:
Rates vary depending on event type, duration, and deliverable requirements. Standard gig coverage includes professionally edited high-resolution images with 72-hour turnaround. Half-set and full-set packages available. All images are color-corrected and optimized for web, social media, and print use. Travel within Melbourne CBD included; regional/interstate travel negotiable. As a photographer with a graphic design background, I compose shots with an editorial mindset, capturing moments that work seamlessly across promotional materials and social channels.
Additional Services:
With 10+ years' experience as a digital designer and developer, I offer complementary creative services including:
Album artwork and merch design
Band logos and visual identity
Promotional graphics for social media and web
Website design and development (HTML5, CSS3, responsive design)
Animated HTML5 banners for digital promotion
Custom illustration work
Tour posters and print materials
I understand how imagery integrates with broader marketing needs, making me a valuable partner for artists building their visual brand.
Experience & References
Experience:
Intermediate
Active Since:
2021
Currently Working With:
Melbourne-based corporate clients and creative brands for event documentation. Actively expanding into music and live performance photography, seeking opportunities to work with emerging and established artists, local venues, and music festivals.
Previously Worked With:
Corporate event photography for conferences, exhibitions, and branded gatherings across Melbourne. Commercial clients spanning Fortune 500 companies and startups through my design and photography work. Previously worked with Young & Rubicam and various creative agencies on digital campaigns and visual content.