Hi, I'm Thijs Krijnen, a creative designer with a deep passion for new ideas and storytelling. I specialize in designing powerful personalized creative solutions and love collaborating with others to bring shared visions to life. With experience spanning illustrations, animations, branding, and web design, I enjoy crafting projects that resonate and inspire. I run my own creative studio, SOME Studio, where I work on a variety of projects including 3D animations and visual content for apps. I’ve also contributed to meaningful causes by designing for organizations like the Trimbos Institute and the Red Cross. I'm always eager to connect and create something unique together.

Thijs Krijnen

Hi, I'm Thijs Krijnen, a creative designer with a deep passion for new ideas and storytelling. I specialize in designing powerful personalized creative solutions and love collaborating with others to bring shared visions to life. With experience spanning illustrations, animations, branding, and web design, I enjoy crafting projects that resonate and inspire. I run my own creative studio, SOME Studio, where I work on a variety of projects including 3D animations and visual content for apps. I’ve also contributed to meaningful causes by designing for organizations like the Trimbos Institute and the Red Cross. I'm always eager to connect and create something unique together.

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Hi, I’m Thijs Krijnen, a creative designer with a deep passion for new ideas and storytelling. I specialize in designing powerful personalized creative solutions and love collaborating with others to bring shared visions to life. With experience spanning illustrations, animations, branding, and web design, I enjoy crafting projects that resonate and inspire.

I run my own creative studio, SOME Studio, where I work on a variety of projects including 3D animations and visual content for apps. I’ve also contributed to meaningful causes by designing for organizations like the Trimbos Institute and the Red Cross. I’m always eager to connect and create something unique together.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Creative Professional at Justdiggit, Trimbos-instituut, Bureau Objectief
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
I worked on a variety of creative projects including a 3D animation for education on nature restoration and developing a visual identity for a national campaign on substance use. My work focuses on creating awareness and activating audiences through clear and effective communication. I combine graphic design, animation, illustration, web design, and branding to deliver compelling storytelling solutions.
Creative designer at SOME Studio
January 1, 2019 - June 12, 2024
Running my own creative studio with projects ranging from illustrations and animations to branding and websites. Maintained an online portfolio showcasing various creative works.
Designer at Trimbos-instituut
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Designed a logo and corporate identity for initiatives addressing drug and alcohol use.
Visual Designer at Justdiggit
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Visualized educational content with 3D animations and illustrations for the Kijani 'Regreening' app supporting landscape and nature restoration.
Designer at Bureau Objectief
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Provided design, illustration, and web design for internal documents and public health campaigns for this social research bureau.
Allround Creative at Valk Photography
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Contributed globally to the design and publication of a historic photo book and its accompanying website.
Volunteer Designer at Het Rode Kruis, Groningen
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Worked as a volunteer in the Communications Team on the design of promotional materials, internal files, and digital newsletters.

Education

Bachelor Communication & Multimedia Design at Hanze Hogeschool, Groningen
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

Blender Mastery Courses
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services, Professional Services