Lars Minnes (b. 1996) is an art specialist and creative strategist with a Master’s degree in Contemporary Art from Leiden University. He is the co-founder of AVEC AVEC, a creative agency focused on digital marketing, content development, and online curation for cultural institutions and brands. Lars has managed digital content and social media for leading institutions including Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen and the Rijksmuseum, where he led a multidisciplinary team of creatives and pioneered campaigns that reached nearly 70 million people annually. His work has transformed how museums engage online, blending art-historical depth with accessible storytelling. Through AVEC AVEC, Lars collaborates with clients such as FENIX, Design Biennale Rotterdam, Loveland Events, SolidNature, Vogue, ELLE Decoration, and Harper’s Bazaar, shaping digital narratives and curating award-winning content. His innovative approach has attracted collaborations with high-end brands, designers, and creatives worldwide. More at avecavec.eu

Lars Minnes

Lars Minnes (b. 1996) is an art specialist and creative strategist with a Master’s degree in Contemporary Art from Leiden University. He is the co-founder of AVEC AVEC, a creative agency focused on digital marketing, content development, and online curation for cultural institutions and brands. Lars has managed digital content and social media for leading institutions including Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen and the Rijksmuseum, where he led a multidisciplinary team of creatives and pioneered campaigns that reached nearly 70 million people annually. His work has transformed how museums engage online, blending art-historical depth with accessible storytelling. Through AVEC AVEC, Lars collaborates with clients such as FENIX, Design Biennale Rotterdam, Loveland Events, SolidNature, Vogue, ELLE Decoration, and Harper’s Bazaar, shaping digital narratives and curating award-winning content. His innovative approach has attracted collaborations with high-end brands, designers, and creatives worldwide. More at avecavec.eu

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Lars Minnes (b. 1996) is an art specialist and creative strategist with a Master’s degree in Contemporary Art from Leiden University. He is the co-founder of AVEC AVEC, a creative agency focused on digital marketing, content development, and online curation for cultural institutions and brands.

Lars has managed digital content and social media for leading institutions including Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen and the Rijksmuseum, where he led a multidisciplinary team of creatives and pioneered campaigns that reached nearly 70 million people annually. His work has transformed how museums engage online, blending art-historical depth with accessible storytelling.

Through AVEC AVEC, Lars collaborates with clients such as FENIX, Design Biennale Rotterdam, Loveland Events, SolidNature, Vogue, ELLE Decoration, and Harper’s Bazaar, shaping digital narratives and curating award-winning content. His innovative approach has attracted collaborations with high-end brands, designers, and creatives worldwide.

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Work Experience

Social Media Manager at Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
January 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Curated art-related content and connected objects, stories, and people across digital platforms; developed content strategies for online and offline marketing; led integration of physical and digital experiences during renovation; created social media strategies, campaigns, and community-focused events.
Co-founder at AVEC
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-founded a creative agency specializing in digital marketing, content development, social media strategies, and online curation and branding for companies; curated content and events across PR, exhibitions, art, and design; built strategic partnerships and balanced commerce with creativity.
Digital Content Manager at Rijksmuseum
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led a multidisciplinary team of 10 creatives; developed a content strategy modeled after a mycelium network; managed content creation for web, social media, and newsletters; reached nearly 70 million people annually with a 7% engagement rate; led campaigns addressing societal issues and improved online presence; balanced art-historical content with accessibility.

Education

Propedeuse at Hogeschool Rotterdam
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor at University of Leiden
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Master at University of Leiden
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Propedeuse
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Master
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services