I'm Jonel Ardeljan, a director and creative leader who blends visual storytelling with executive oversight. Over more than two decades, I've shaped production pipelines, built and scaled teams, and aligned design with client goals to deliver artful, sustainable results. My work spans CGI, architectural visualization, and immersive design, including AR and AI-enabled projects, where innovation meets practical execution. I enjoy empowering cross-functional teams of designers, project managers, and clients, turning ambitious ideas into measurable outcomes. I'm curious about new tools, technologies, and business models that redefine how design and visualization inspire, engage, and perform in today's fast-changing industries.

Jonel Ardeljan

I'm Jonel Ardeljan, a director and creative leader who blends visual storytelling with executive oversight. Over more than two decades, I've shaped production pipelines, built and scaled teams, and aligned design with client goals to deliver artful, sustainable results. My work spans CGI, architectural visualization, and immersive design, including AR and AI-enabled projects, where innovation meets practical execution. I enjoy empowering cross-functional teams of designers, project managers, and clients, turning ambitious ideas into measurable outcomes. I'm curious about new tools, technologies, and business models that redefine how design and visualization inspire, engage, and perform in today's fast-changing industries.

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I’m Jonel Ardeljan, a director and creative leader who blends visual storytelling with executive oversight. Over more than two decades, I’ve shaped production pipelines, built and scaled teams, and aligned design with client goals to deliver artful, sustainable results. My work spans CGI, architectural visualization, and immersive design, including AR and AI-enabled projects, where innovation meets practical execution.

I enjoy empowering cross-functional teams of designers, project managers, and clients, turning ambitious ideas into measurable outcomes. I’m curious about new tools, technologies, and business models that redefine how design and visualization inspire, engage, and perform in today’s fast-changing industries.

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Language

English
Fluent
Serbian
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Intermediate

Work Experience

CG Artist at Hetzel Design
December 31, 2004 - October 12, 2025
CG Artist involved in project and design support, renders and masterplanning, collaborating with architects Branislav Mitrović, Vladimir Lojanica, and Dušan Tešić; contributed across multiple studios (Los Angeles, BG Studio Valencia, Proaspekt Belgrade).
CG Artist at Hetzel Design
June 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
CG Artist supporting design, renders, and masterplanning; worked on projects across Hetzel Design, Los Angeles and Euro studios (BG Studio Valencia, Proaspekt Belgrade).
Senior CG Artist at Hetzel Design
December 31, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Senior CG Artist producing images and animations; contributed to multiple architectural visualization projects and client deliverables.
Lead CG Artist at Hetzel Design
April 30, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Lead CG Artist, Belgrade Office Manager; led production workflows, mentored artists, and coordinated client communication.
Lead CG Artist, Office Director at Hetzel Design
January 31, 2009 - October 12, 2025
Lead CG Artist and Office Director; managed office operations, production pipelines, and cross-team collaboration.
Director of Visualisation, Belgrade Office Manager and Director at Hetzel Design
February 1, 2011 - October 12, 2025
Directed visualization efforts and managed the Belgrade office, overseeing teams and coordinating international client work.
Director Lead Production, Creative, Art, Office at Hetzel Design
August 1, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Director leading production, creative, and art direction; responsible for office operations and strategic growth in Belgrade.

Education

Architecture at University of Belgrade
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2003
CG Artist at Hetzel Design, Los Angeles
June 1, 2004 - June 1, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services