About us
Based in Skopje, North Macedonia, DSM provides communication services to clients both locally and internationally. We combine strong storytelling with evidence-based insight to help clients strengthen their public presence, navigate complex information environments, and communicate with clarity across digital, broadcast, and live formats.
Our team delivers end-to-end support—from developing communication strategies and producing high-quality video and social content, to tracking media narratives, measuring performance, and building internal capacity through tailored trainings. With our own studio facilities and field production capabilities, DSM creates content designed to engage real audiences while providing clients with actionable recommendations and measurable results.
Mila Stamenova Burns
Managing Director, Co-Founder
Mila is leading the company’s strategic direction and client delivery across communications, research, and media projects. With a background spanning government, civil society, and consultancy, she brings deep experience in building public communications systems, campaign planning, crisis and press support, and delivering high-profile events.
Zharko Trajanoski Research & Production Director, Co-Founder
Zharko is a researcher, media analyst, and multimedia producer with extensive experience in media monitoring, fact-checking, publishing and content production. With an academic background in democracy and human rights and long-term engagement in research and editorial work, he leads DSM’s analytical output while also managing multimedia production —bridging rigorous analysis with strong editorial and production execution.