John Dingeldei

John Dingeldei is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Media and Communication at RMIT University, Australia. With over 30 years of experience in the advertising and marketing industry, he joined RMIT's teaching team in 2011 as a sessional lecturer and tutor while leading his agency, Orangehammer Advertising and Marketing. His expertise spans strategy, media, creative, and account management, serving over 1,000 clients across diverse categories.

• Education: Certified Practising Marketer accreditation

Research and Teaching Focus:

• Advertising and Marketing Education
• Professional Communication
• Industry-Academia Collaboration
• Praxis-based Learning in Pitch Night, Hungry Talks, and Wicked Problems Studio

Scientific Awards:

• 2022: Dean's Award for Integrates Scholarship/Praxis CoBL Collaboration in Learning and Teaching Award
• 2021: Dean's Award for an Exemplary Sessional Staff Member
• 2020: Adrian Miles Award for Innovation

Industry Leadership:

• National Board Member, Australian Marketing Institute
• Victorian President, Australian Marketing Institute