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I’m a Creative Art Director with 7 years of experience shaping integrated brand experiences across live events, cultural activations, and social and digital platforms. I lead creative concepts from ideation to delivery, translating big ideas into tangible environments, compelling narratives and high-performing content. My practice spans design, animation, video, and analytics, with a track record of growth, awards, and global attribution. Based in London, I run ARQ Studios as Founder & Creative Director, delivering end-to-end campaigns for brands and cultural organizations. I’m passionate about cultural fluency, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and mentoring emerging creatives to craft meaningful experiences that resonate offline and online.…I’m a Creative Art Director with 7 years of experience shaping integrated brand experiences across live events, cultural activations, and social and digital platforms. I lead creative concepts from ideation to delivery, translating big ideas into tangible environments, compelling narratives and high-performing content. My practice spans design, animation, video, and analytics, with a track record of growth, awards, and global attribution. Based in London, I run ARQ Studios as Founder & Creative Director, delivering end-to-end campaigns for brands and cultural organizations. I’m passionate about cultural fluency, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and mentoring emerging creatives to craft meaningful experiences that resonate offline and online.

Anna Olubunmi

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I’m a Creative Art Director with 7 years of experience shaping integrated brand experiences across live events, cultural activations, and social and digital platforms. I lead creative concepts from ideation to delivery, translating big ideas into tangible environments, compelling narratives and high-performing content. My practice spans design, animation, video, and analytics, with a track record of growth, awards, and global attribution. Based in London, I run ARQ Studios as Founder & Creative Director, delivering end-to-end campaigns for brands and cultural organizations. I’m passionate about cultural fluency, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and mentoring emerging creatives to craft meaningful experiences that resonate offline and online.…I’m a Creative Art Director with 7 years of experience shaping integrated brand experiences across live events, cultural activations, and social and digital platforms. I lead creative concepts from ideation to delivery, translating big ideas into tangible environments, compelling narratives and high-performing content. My practice spans design, animation, video, and analytics, with a track record of growth, awards, and global attribution. Based in London, I run ARQ Studios as Founder & Creative Director, delivering end-to-end campaigns for brands and cultural organizations. I’m passionate about cultural fluency, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and mentoring emerging creatives to craft meaningful experiences that resonate offline and online.

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I’m a Creative Art Director with 7 years of experience shaping integrated brand experiences across live events, cultural activations, and social and digital platforms. I lead creative concepts from ideation to delivery, translating big ideas into tangible environments, compelling narratives and high-performing content. My practice spans design, animation, video, and analytics, with a track record of growth, awards, and global attribution.

Based in London, I run ARQ Studios as Founder & Creative Director, delivering end-to-end campaigns for brands and cultural organizations. I’m passionate about cultural fluency, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and mentoring emerging creatives to craft meaningful experiences that resonate offline and online.

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Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at AR Q STUDIOS

January 1, 2024 - Present

Operate a social-first creative agency focused on art direction, brand campaigns, and cultural actions. Direct on-site shoots and translate physical brand moments into high-performing digital content. Lead campaigns across brand identity, live events, and social platforms; achieved 989.1% organic TikTok growth in 30 days. Developed anniversary campaigns for BME Early Career Research Network; refreshed Barking & Dag enham brand identity; provided art direction for campaigns and on-site video direction for Lawful London. Created visual narratives for OddChild Music and BPM Collective; produced social-first edits for Football Beyond Borders; developed brand content for Zacarias Charles; delivered end-to-end campaign design for The Mainstream / Remel London.

Freelance Creative Art Director at Self-Employed

July 1, 2014 - December 31, 2023

Delivered graphic design, animation, videography, photography and social content production for diverse clients including She Loves Rum, Tony Chocolonely x Sony Music, Google and other art projects. Operated from concept through delivery with emphasis on cohesive storytelling, cross-platform campaigns, and strong brand identity.

Creative Art Director at Forward Slash

February 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023

Led educational engagement content for Forward Slash Academy; rebranded So Futur e Club and aligned its visual identity with core messaging. Directed digital and social campaigns for Amazon Music and BBC 1Xtra; produced the International Women's Day stream; collaborated with marketing, events and cross-functional teams; managed client relationships to secure repeat partnerships.

Digital/Graphic Designer at Havas Media & Conran Design Group

February 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022

Led ASOS Online to Offline campaign design; delivered branding solutions for Coca-Cola European Partners; collaborated with marketing, data and strategy teams; created interactive assets and web visuals; mentored junior designers; produced multimedia content across digital channels.

Graphic & Branding Designer at Sony Music Entertainment

January 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022

Conceived visual assets for print and digital campaigns; supported album releases and international tours; ensured brand guideline adherence; created album covers, promotional videos, social graphics; collaborated with A&R and marketing teams to align with artists' vision.

Social Media & Content Producer at Small Green Shoots

September 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021

Designed and implemented creative social media content; led a team of content creators; produced multimedia content including videos, graphics, animations; analyzed performance to optimize campaigns; increased client brand visibility.

Social Media Executive at Change

October 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020

Developed comprehensive digital strategies; produced creative content for global campaigns; collaborated with marketing and design teams; tracked analytics and iterated campaigns to improve engagement and reach.

Freelance Creative Art Director at Various Clients

July 1, 2014 - December 1, 2023

Graphic design, animation, and videography across music, fashion and cultural campaigns for clients including She Loves Rum, Converse x Footasylum, Tony Chocolonely x Sony Music, Small Green Shoots, Jerr y etc. Led end-to-end creative direction and production across print, digital and social channels.

Social Media Executive at 2020 Circus Street

October 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020

Developed comprehensive digital strategies; created content for global campaigns; collaborated with marketing and design teams; monitored analytics and delivered insights to optimize campaigns.