Jakob Montrasio: Digital Craftsman & Visual Storyteller
My skills
As a media design professional, I leverage cutting-edge tools including CMYK printers, 4K Red Epic cameras, Adobe Creative Suite, and full-HD quadcopters to deliver exceptional results. With my technical expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, I ensure your vision becomes reality.
Responsive web design
A website should perform consistently across all platforms - from mobile phones to large desktop displays. Using responsive web design principles, I ensure layouts adapt seamlessly to any device or resolution.
With browsers now integrated into everything from gaming consoles to car navigation systems, responsive design is crucial. I specialize in creating websites that maintain visual appeal and functionality across all viewing contexts.
Responsive web design adapts layouts to device requirements using HTML5, CSS3 media queries, and JavaScript. This ensures optimal presentation of navigation, sidebars, and content while supporting both mouse and touch interactions.
Pagespeed Optimization
In today's fast-paced digital world, site performance is crucial. Many websites suffer from bloated files and poor optimization, especially noticeable on mobile networks.
Common issues include oversized images, excess code, unnecessary plugins, and unused external stylesheets. These factors slow page loading, leading to visitor abandonment.
I prioritize efficient programming and minimal file sizes while maintaining flexibility for future updates and cross-device compatibility.
Design
I specialize in creating cohesive brand packages including websites, business cards, and letterheads, often incorporating logo design and promotional materials. My portfolio demonstrates my ability to develop sophisticated concepts and execute them across various media, whether creating new identities or working within established guidelines.
Video Production
Video production combines visual arts, music, editing, and narrative into a powerful medium. From pre-production through post-processing, I handle every aspect including screenwriting, filming, color correction, sound design, and special effects using tools like Adobe After Effects.
Each project requires careful consideration of its viewing context - whether for mobile devices or large displays. Through techniques like drone cinematography and slow-motion, I create compelling content even with modest budgets.
My biography
The analogue filmmaking beginnings
Born in 1982 in Freiburg, Germany, Jakob Montrasio developed an early passion for arts through his father's influence. At age 10, inspired by "Blues Brothers," he began creating stop-motion films with Lego using his father's camcorder.
Digital apprentice in media design
A 1998 festival prize for his digital spider film launched Jakob's career. He completed a Media Design apprenticeship in Frankfurt, mastering image manipulation, photography, 3D animation, and web development. Inspired by "KILL BILL: VOLUME 1" in 2003, he committed fully to filmmaking.
Databases and designs
In 2003, Jakob co-founded mysan.de, evolving from PHP to Python as traffic grew. He developed expertise in both UI design and technical implementation.
Realization in Asia
Moving to Shanghai in 2005, Jakob (known as 孟亚柯) established MK Media Productions, serving clients like Porsche and Microsoft. He worked on "John Rabe" and directed "The Way of the Spur," a martial arts western featuring Bruce Lee's former co-star Jon T. Benn.
From smog to Saar
Returning to Germany in 2011, Jakob worked in Saarbrücken and co-directed "Souls of Zen," earning a Golden Eye Award nomination at Zurich Film Festival. He also produced various commercial content.
Influencing on the internet
Microsoft selected Jakob as a Lumia ambassador in 2014, recognizing his influence in digital media. His HDR photography has been exhibited in New York and featured on major platforms like CNN.
