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Daan van Hapert

Art Direction · Concept Development · Visualization · Set Design · Storyboard

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As an Art director, Multi disciplinary artist and Concept designer, I specialize in transforming creative concepts into compelling visual narratives. I consider myself an allround creative with a broad skillset and a wide range of interests. What truly stands out, though, are my visual and conceptual abilities. I’m a classically trained draftsman with the mind and tools of a modern designer, and this website is put together to reflect exactly that.

Beyond the visual and conceptual work, I hope this document also reflects my mentality—driven, flexible, and solution-oriented. I have a keen eye for spotting opportunities and finding ways forward. I thrive in environments and teams that aim to push boundaries and challenge themsel challenge themselves creatively. I’m most energized when I’m out of my comfort zone, working on projects that test my limits and demand growth.

When I encounter something outside of my expertise, I see it as a chance to learn. I'm a self-motivated autodidact, but always open to learning from experienced people who are willing to share their knowledge. For me, learning is a gift. A gift I hope to keep embracing for a lifetime

Experience & Background

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Film - Art direction

Freelance · 2022–Present

Creative direction & realisation for production filmsets.


2025 - Special Props - ALPHA00, TV series, Minka Mooren
2025 - Art department - Sex on the beach, TV series, Goof Vermeulen
2024 - Art department - Kruidvat, Commercial (VP), Florian Legters, RSS
2024 - Art director - Floewater, Commercial (VP), Florian Legters, RSS
2023 - Concept artist - Moresnet, TV Series (VP), Florian Legters, RSS
2023 - Art department - Vinted, Commercial (VP), Florian Legters - RSS
2022 - Production Designer - Entertain me, Beek Groot - NFA
2022 - Production Designer - EOS, Razan Hassan - NFA
2020 - Scenic Artist - Music video, Nora Saré - Klaudia Schenkels
2019 - Production Designer - Het begin en het Einde, W. van Wanrooij
2018 - Production Design - Student productions - NFA

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Concept & Design

Freelance · 2022–20

Concept development and 3D visualization.


2025 - Illustrator - Beekse Bergen, Edwin van den Heuvel
2025 - Visual Artist - Impression Interior Cocktailbar, Goof vermeulen
2025 - Visual Artist - Impression architecture, ARC8
2024 - Concept designer - Festival stage EDC, Leisure expert group
2023 - Themed attraction Designer - Tecuani Beast, Vidanta Bon Park, P&P projects
2023 - Concept artist - Moresnet, TV Series (VP), Florian Legters, RSS
2023 - Themed attraction Designer - Ashara: Godess of fire, Vidanta Bon Park, P&P projects
2022 - Themed attraction Designer - Speed of Light, Vidanta Bon Park, P&P projects
2022 - Concept design intern - Vidanta Bon Park, P&P Projects
2022 - Concept artist - EOS, Razan Hassan - NFA
2019 - Illustrator - Album cover, Bezwaren Fanfare
2018 - Visual Artist - Impression Architecture, East wharf
2017 - Mural painting - Philips lighting, High tech campus

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Education

Drawing teacher

Spatial drawing and Concept development


2025 - Drawing & Concept development Teacher - Gooise academie, Laren
2024/25 - Drawing teacher - MK Ateliers
2019/22 - Co chairman & council member - Participation Council, NFA

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Education

Study background

Concept development and 3D visualization.


2023/24 - Pre-Master Architecture & Technology, Certified - ABK, Amsterdam
2018/22 - HBO Production Design, Graduated - NFA, Amsterdam
2017/18 - HBO Lighting Design, Certified - LDA, Amersfoort
2014/15 - HBO Building Engineering, Attended - HU, Utrecht
2013/14 - HBO Fine Arts, Attended - HKU, Utrecht
2005/12 - HAVO, Nature & technics - ROC Montesorri, Eindhoven

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Hospitality, Retail & Events

Studio XYZ · 2015–2018

Concept development and 3D visualization.

2025 - Barista - Coffeeshop August, Festivals
2018 - Barista, kitchen, waiter - Vascobelo Coffee, Eindhoven
2017 - Shop manager (of the year) - van Delft pepernoten fabriek
2017 - Bartender and waiter - Bar Bistro Calypso, Eindhoven
2016 - Chef - Restaurant de Galerage, Eindhoven
2016 - Chef - Restaurant the Garden, Lagos, Portugal
2015/16 - Chef, manager - Foodcorner Pancakes & potatoes, Eindhoven
2015 - Catering & bartender - Theaterfestival Parade
2014 - Kitchenhelp - Te Koop & Keuken van Gastmaal, Utrecht
2014 - Chef - Restaurant Loft 88, Utrecht
2012 - Bartender - Kuinns bar, Lagos, Portugal
2009/13 - Festival market sales - Rockwear Clothing, Festivals
2010/12 - Dishes & catering - Restaurant Effenaar, Eindhoven
2009/12 - Pizzachef & sales - Pizza Avanti, Eindhoven

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Let's merge art and architecture
to make wonder feel real.

Every project begins with a conversation. Whether you’re envisioning an attraction, a film set, or an immersive brand experience, I’d love to help shape it from concept to reality. Reach out to discuss ideas, possibilities, or collaborations. Let’s start building worlds together.



Step into creation

Tools & Software

Adobe Photoshop

Photoshop

Concept painting, photobashing &
visual development

Blender 3D

Blender

3D modeling, lighting, and set design for visual storytelling.

Unreal engine

Unreal Engine

Render & Game engine, architecture visualisation and Virtual Production

Sketchup

Sketchup

Set, architectecture and interior design. Measurements and planning for build

pen and paper

pen and paper

Digital tools are useful, but nothing beats rapid sketching out ideas on paper

Adobe Illustrator

Illustrator

Vector-based design for branding, graphic work

Autodesk Autocad

Autocad

2D & 3D CAD drawing software used for measurements, Detail drawings

HTML

HTML

Code language to structure web design and User interfaces

CSS

CSS

Code language for styling Web design and User interfaces

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add new

I adapt quickly to new software. And I am eager to learn!