Reinventing
the obvious.

I help brands and organisations strengthen their story and sharpen their communication. Whether it's creating a head‑turning 360° campaign, (re)designing a brand’s face, or developing something unexpected that earns attention. I’m here to bring clarity, set direction and create work that moves brands forward and shifts perspectives.

ABOUT ME

I’m Rein van der Ven (1985), a multi‑disciplinary Creative Director in Amsterdam - currently at Havas Lemz. For 15 years I’ve worked across campaigns, identities and digital; always chasing ideas that cut through the noise and make people see differently. 

Back in 2007 I graduated - with Honours - in Design & Illustration. That background is still in everything I do. I care about original thinking, strong craft and decisive directions; no matter the timeline, client, budget or ambition. 

EXPERIENCE

Creative Director

2023-now

Creative Lead & Sr. Art Director

2021-2023

Creative Director

2018-2021

Sr. Creative / Art Director

Havas+Lemz

2014-2018

Creative / Art Director

2013-2014

Art Director / Designer

2010-2012

Art Director / Designer

2008-2010

Bachelor Design & Illustration (cum laude)

HKU

2004-2008

SELECTED CLIENTS

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AWARDS

› 2026
Clios NY – Bronze @ PR (Single Market)
The One Show NY – 2nd Round @ Integrated / Omnichannel Campaigns for Good
The One Show NY – 2nd Round @ Experiential & Immersive for Good
The One Show NY – 2nd Round @ Integrated / Omnichannel Direct Marketing Campaign
› 2024
SAN - Nomination @ Non-Profit & Overheid
› 2022
SAN - Nomination @ Non-Profit & Overheid
SAN - Nomination @ Corporate & Employer branding 
SAN - ABC Finalist @ Agency of the Year (Roorda)
› 2020
Esprix – Bronze @ Charity & Not for Profit 
Esprix – Bronze @ Durable Goods
ADCN – Silver @ Website
SAN - Accent @ Branding 360°
SAN - ABC-Accent @ Agency of the Year (DEPT)
Lovie Awards - Agency of the Year (DEPT)
› 2019
Adweek – Ad of the Day 
› 2018
ADCN – Bronze @ Illustration
› 2017
ADCN – Nomination @ Activations & PR
SAN Accent – Nomination @ Dienstverlening
City Nation Place Awards – Winner @ Best Communication
› 2016
The FWA - Site of the day
European Design Awards - Nomination @ Digital Design 
› 2012
IDA – Gold @ Print & Collateral Material
IDA – Bronze @ Logos, Trademarks & Symbols 
IDA – Silver @ Website Design
W3 Awards – Silver @ Website Design
› 2011
Virtueel Platform – Winner @ Best Practice Project
› 2010
FWA – Site of the Day @ Website Design
Communication Arts – Webpick of the Day @ Web Design
› 2008
Grafische Cultuurstichting – Gold @ Student Grafisch Ontwerp

Reinier van der Ven
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Let's pull up 
some big ideas:

 

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