I’m Nadene Kriel, a senior conceptual art director and designer with 15+ years delivering high-quality creative across brand, campaign, and digital platforms. I partner with agencies, brands, and teams to develop compelling visual concepts, execute across full TTL campaigns, and produce polished, production-ready design. I’ve worked in both agency and freelance settings, and I’m comfortable jumping into projects at any stage—from concept development to final execution—and I collaborate remote with international teams to deliver standout campaigns.

Nadene Kriel

I’m Nadene Kriel, a senior conceptual art director and designer with 15+ years delivering high-quality creative across brand, campaign, and digital platforms. I partner with agencies, brands, and teams to develop compelling visual concepts, execute across full TTL campaigns, and produce polished, production-ready design. I’ve worked in both agency and freelance settings, and I’m comfortable jumping into projects at any stage—from concept development to final execution—and I collaborate remote with international teams to deliver standout campaigns.

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I’m Nadene Kriel, a senior conceptual art director and designer with 15+ years delivering high-quality creative across brand, campaign, and digital platforms. I partner with agencies, brands, and teams to develop compelling visual concepts, execute across full TTL campaigns, and produce polished, production-ready design.

I’ve worked in both agency and freelance settings, and I’m comfortable jumping into projects at any stage—from concept development to final execution—and I collaborate remote with international teams to deliver standout campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Art Director at ninety9cents
August 1, 2021 - November 30, 2022
Directed art direction for multi-channel campaigns, overseeing creative concepts, visual storytelling and asset production across print and digital platforms.
Senior Art Director at The Whalley Collective
February 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021
Led design direction for campaigns, ensuring brand consistency and delivering high-quality creative assets for print and digital use.
Senior Art Director at NK Creative Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provided freelance senior art direction, developing concepts and overseeing design execution for client projects.
Senior Art Director at ninety9cents
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Senior Art Director responsible for creative leadership and visual strategy across campaigns.
Creative at NK Creative Freelance
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Creative freelance contributor providing concept development and design solutions for various clients.
Senior Graphic Designer at Flame Design
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2015
Developed visual identities and print/digital collateral, contributing to brand storytelling and design systems.
In-house Graphic Designer at Andre Kriel Consulting Architects
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Created graphic materials and documentation for architectural projects, supporting presentation and proposal needs.
Freelance Creative at NK Creative
January 1, 2015 - Present
Supporting agencies and brands with concept development and campaign rollouts; delivering flexible creative solutions across branding, digital, and print; trusted collaborator for overflow, pitch work, and specialist execution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Information Design at University of Pretoria
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
BA Information Design at University of Pretoria
January 11, 2030 - May 6, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Retail