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I am a Creative Director and multidisciplinary visual strategist with over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including wellness, hospitality, music, and branding. My passion lies in translating ideas into emotionally resonant brand storytelling that connects visual identity, narrative, and audience experience. I thrive on developing distinctive identities and campaigns that feel culturally relevant and creatively differentiated.…I am a Creative Director and multidisciplinary visual strategist with over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including wellness, hospitality, music, and branding. My passion lies in translating ideas into emotionally resonant brand storytelling that connects visual identity, narrative, and audience experience. I thrive on developing distinctive identities and campaigns that feel culturally relevant and creatively differentiated.

Chris Auret

Creative Director, Art Director, Brand Strategist, +1

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I am a Creative Director and multidisciplinary visual strategist with over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including wellness, hospitality, music, and branding. My passion lies in translating ideas into emotionally resonant brand storytelling that connects visual identity, narrative, and audience experience. I thrive on developing distinctive identities and campaigns that feel culturally relevant and creatively differentiated.…I am a Creative Director and multidisciplinary visual strategist with over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including wellness, hospitality, music, and branding. My passion lies in translating ideas into emotionally resonant brand storytelling that connects visual identity, narrative, and audience experience. I thrive on developing distinctive identities and campaigns that feel culturally relevant and creatively differentiated.

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I am a Creative Director and multidisciplinary visual strategist with over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including wellness, hospitality, music, and branding. My passion lies in translating ideas into emotionally resonant brand storytelling that connects visual identity, narrative, and audience experience. I thrive on developing distinctive identities and campaigns that feel culturally relevant and creatively differentiated.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Afrikaans

Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Director & Visual Artist Lead at The Jester Boutique Hotel & Delicious Monster

January 1, 2026 - Present

Led end-to-end creative direction for a boutique hotel and café launch, shaping brand identity and guest experience from concept through implementation. Developed brand narrative and directed visual identity systems.

Independent Creative Director & Visual Artist

January 1, 2011 - Present

Provided creative direction and visual artwork across various projects, collaborating with different brands and organizations to enhance their visual identity and storytelling.

Art Director at Worldwide Creative

January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011

Managed the visual direction for multiple campaigns, ensuring cohesive brand messaging and identity across different media platforms.

Junior Art Director at Draft FCB

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Assisted in the development of creative campaigns and worked closely with senior directors to produce compelling visual narratives.