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Meet the Team
Always Forward Studios is a collaborative creative studio built on the experience, perspective, and adaptability of its founding members.

While the studio itself is newly formed, each team member brings years of hands-on experience across design, media, strategy, and execution. Together, we combine individual expertise into a flexible, project-driven approach that supports brands, products, and communities.

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Operations, Strategy & Project Coordination

Demi Shimizu

Demi Shimizu is an operations and strategy lead with over 15 years of experience in design, marketing, and business management, specializing in bridging creative vision with practical execution.

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Visual & Brand Design — Illustration Specialist

Vic Mafnas

Vic Mafnas is a Guam-based graphic artist who brings ideas to life through hand-drawn illustration and intentional design. His style is influenced by anime/manga, urban culture, and tribal shapes—built to help brands tell their story. Vic focuses on creating visuals that are recognizable, expressive, and aligned with each client’s identity.

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Media Production & Drone Lead

Zac Santos

Zac Santos is a Guam-based visual content creator specializing in video production, drone operations, and digital illustration. Calm, adaptable, and collaborative, Zac brings a clear and efficient approach to every project — capturing dynamic perspectives that elevate brands and stories. Motivated by culture, community impact, and positive energy, he aims to help revitalize Guam’s tourism and eventually create immersive VR experiences that highlight the island’s landscapes, people, and identity.

As a studio, we collaborate closely across disciplines, adapting our roles based on each project’s needs. This flexibility allows us to support clients with clarity, consistency, and follow-through — from concept to execution.

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