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With over 20 years of experience managing complete project workflows, from client briefings to concept development, presentation, and account management, I excel at developing and executing comprehensive design strategies across diverse media to ensure cohesive and compelling brand narratives.
I have a passion for blending account management, project coordination, with a touch of sales magic. I am a strong relationship-builder with excellent interpersonal skills, a problem-solver, and a pro at juggling complex projects. I thrive in creative environments, connect deeply with clients, and bring enthusiasm and positive energy to every project.
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Language
Dutch
Fluent
English
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French
Intermediate
Work Experience
Art Director & Graphic Designer at ECDPM (Think Tank)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2025Senior lead in the Communications team; designed up to 90 graphics/infographics and over 40 publications per year; reviewed visual content for brand consistency across social media; collaborated with researchers, external stakeholders, and creatives; used AI tools to design marketing materials; managed projects from proposal to delivery; designed and guarded the corporate identity and branding.
Art Director and Project Manager at X-CAGO (Digital and print publishing)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012Collaborated with external stakeholders from concept to execution to design 16 hardcover books; managed multiple projects from concept to delivery, ensuring deadlines and quality standards were met.
Senior Designer and Project Manager at ACU MEDIA (Multimedia creative agency)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003Managed complete project workflows from client briefings to concept development, presentation, coordination, and final production; organized 8 photoshoots for retail clothing brands, including casting and art direction, and designed packaging and catalogues; maintained strong client relationships through clear communication.
Senior Designer and Project Manager at AN EYE FOR INK (Design agency)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002Designed and launched 5 advertising campaigns in packaging and point-of-sale displays; managed multiple design projects and accounts, delivering innovative packaging solutions and corporate communications; collaborated with marketing managers from Disney and Nestlé Confectionery.
Graphic Designer at DDD&A (Design agency)
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Worked for renowned University lecturers of Design (UNSW) in Sydney and contributed to design projects under Michael Davies and Sinead Davies.
Online Sales Consultant at SonyStyle Europe
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005Advised clients on products to facilitate sales.
Art Director & Project Manager at X-CAGO (Digital and print publishing)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012Collaborated with external stakeholders from concept to execution; designed 16 hardcover books covering history, travel, photography, culture and sport; managed multiple projects ensuring timely delivery and quality.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at AN EYE FOR INK (Design agency)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002Designed and delivered packaging and corporate communications; organized 8 photoshoots for retail clothing brands including casting and art direction; designed packaging and catalogs; maintained strong client relationships.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at DDD&A (Design agency)
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Designed and launched 5 advertising campaigns in packaging and point-of-sale displays; managed multiple design projects and accounts; produced innovative packaging solutions and corporate communications; collaborated with Disney and Nestlé Confectionery.
Senior Designer & Project Manager at ACU MEDIA (Multimedia creative agency)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003Graphic Designer at DDD&A
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Graphic design and project management within a design agency, delivering packaging, branding and communications materials.
Senior Designer at AN EYE FOR INK (Design agency)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002Designed and delivered a range of design projects, overseeing branding and packaging initiatives for diverse clients.
Designer at DDD&A (Design agency) / UNSW collaboration
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Worked for renowned University lecturers of Design (UNSW) in Sydney - Michael Davies and Sinead Davies.
Graphic Designer at ECDPM (Think Tank)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2025Provided design and visual communication support for think tank projects.
Designer at X-CAGO (Digital and print publishing)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012Engaged in digital and print publishing design work across multiple formats.
Graphic Designer and Project Manager at AN EYE FOR INK (Design agency)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002Designed and launched 5 advertising campaigns in packaging and point-of-sale displays; managed multiple design projects and accounts; collaborated with Disney and Nestlé Confectionery for 2 years.
Education
Diploma at ARCUS COLLEGE
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Dutch NT2 diploma at ARCUS COLLEGE
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Diploma in Marketing at TAFE NSW
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising at Sydney Graphics College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Diploma at ARCUS College
January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2026Dutch NT2 Diploma at Dutch NT2 Diploma
January 1, 2004 - March 31, 2026Design Workshop at UNSW Sydney (with Michael Davies and Sinead Davies)
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Diploma in Marketing at TAFE NSW
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising at Sydney Graphics College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996English Editing Diploma at ARCUS COLLEGE
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Dutch NT2 diploma at DDD&A
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Diploma in Marketing at TAFE NSW
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising at Sydney Graphics College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising at Sydney Graphic College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Diploma in Marketing at TAFE NSW
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Dutch NT2 diploma at DDD&A
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Diploma at ARCUS College
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023English Editing Diploma at ARCUS COLLEGE
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023DDD&A at UNSW - University of New South Wales, Sydney
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Diploma in Marketing at TAFE NSW
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising at Sydney Graphics College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Qualifications
Diploma - ARCUS COLLEGE
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Dutch NT2 Diploma
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Diploma in English Editing
January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2026English Editing Diploma
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Dutch NT2 Diploma
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Dutch NT2 diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004English Editing Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023Dutch NT2 diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004DDD&A
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Diploma in Marketing
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Graphic Design and Advertising
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Manufacturing, Retail, Software & Internet, Government, Non-Profit Organization
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