I am Verdi Solaiman, a Creative Director, Actor, and Director. After studying and working in the US for 10 years, I returned to Indonesia in 2003 and have been active in both Advertising and Film industries ever since. I have led film campaigns and productions, directed projects such as Ronggeng Kematian (2024) and Code Helix (2022), and produced Anak Garuda (2020). My career spans roles in international agencies and Indonesian studios, where I help brands tell their stories with clarity and creativity.…

Verdi Solaiman

I am Verdi Solaiman, a Creative Director, Actor, and Director. After studying and working in the US for 10 years, I returned to Indonesia in 2003 and have been active in both Advertising and Film industries ever since. I have led film campaigns and productions, directed projects such as Ronggeng Kematian (2024) and Code Helix (2022), and produced Anak Garuda (2020). My career spans roles in international agencies and Indonesian studios, where I help brands tell their stories with clarity and creativity.…

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I am Verdi Solaiman, a Creative Director, Actor, and Director. After studying and working in the US for 10 years, I returned to Indonesia in 2003 and have been active in both Advertising and Film industries ever since.

I have led film campaigns and productions, directed projects such as Ronggeng Kematian (2024) and Code Helix (2022), and produced Anak Garuda (2020). My career spans roles in international agencies and Indonesian studios, where I help brands tell their stories with clarity and creativity.

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Work Experience

Actor at Heartbreak.com / Karma / Ketika Cinta BertasbiH 2 / Ketika Cinta BertasbiH / Pocong 3 / Pocong 2 / Cintapucino / Maaf, Saya Menghamili Istri Anda / JOMBLO (Sinemart Pictures)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Actor in multiple Indonesian feature films between 2005 and 2010.
Art Director at RMD Advertising
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000
Collaborated on the ideation and development of innovative marketing campaigns; managed schedules and deadlines.
Art Director at Zero Base Advertising
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
Concept and execute creative campaigns blending storytelling and visual design.
Illustrator at Bath & Body Works
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Illustrated products in 2-D and 3-D designs; contributed to packaging and visuals.
Regional President/Chief Creative Officer/Co-Founder at SemutApi Coloni
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Led branding and marketing practice; built and directed creative teams.
Creative Director at Advertising Agency Creativ7
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Led the marketing and graphic department; maintained cohesive visual style across campaigns.
Creative Director at One Star Productions / Heartbreak.com
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Led development and oversight of film campaigns; collaborated with cross-functional teams to shape branding and narrative.
Producer / Co-Director at Butterfly Pictures
January 1, 2020 - Present
Producer and co-director for the film Anak Garuda (2020).
Director at Vidio Original Series
January 1, 2022 - Present
Directed Code Helix, Indonesian streaming series based on a webtoon.
Director at ClockWork Pictures
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed Ronggeng Kematian, a 2024 Indonesian horror film based on a novel.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Columbus College of Art and Design
January 1, 1997 - March 17, 2026
Acting Class at Margie Haber’s Acting Class
January 1, 2008 - March 17, 2026
Aktor Studio at SAKTI AKTOR STUDIO
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services