Tadej

Oblak

Creative Visual Designer

Visual creative with 10+ years of experience in design, illustration, brand development, and content creation. Skilled in storytelling through visuals, both digital and physical, with a passion for innovation and impactful design. Currently combining my creative skills with hands-on brand management and social media content creation in the catering industry.

tadej.oblak92@gmail.com | +31 6 25 27 76 21 | Spuistraat 234 K, 1012 VV Amsterdam

Skills

  • I translate brand identity into consistent visual language across platforms. From creating graphic assets and campaign visuals to maintaining voice and tone, I make sure everything aligns and stands out.

  • I'm fluent in both fast, flexible design in Canva (also Adobe Express and Unfold) and in-depth creative work using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and After Effects. Whether it's a quick Instagram Story or a fully animated visual, I adapt the tool to the task.

  • Creating and curating content specifically for Instagram and TikTok, including posts, stories, reels, and TikTok videos that engage followers and promote a brand or personal image.

  • Crafting custom, detailed illustrations for digital platforms, marketing materials, and more, from characters to scenes that bring concepts to life.

  • Creating visually appealing designs for various media, including print, digital, and branding materials, to effectively communicate a message or brand identity.

  • I plan and manage paid social campaigns, set up audiences, and track performance using Meta Business Manager. I create visuals and copy for ad sets and optimize based on data insights to drive reach, engagement, and conversions.

  • Creating dynamic, animated visual content for videos, advertisements, social media, and presentations, enhancing storytelling with movement.

  • Experience in designing unique patterns for textiles, wallpapers, digital backgrounds, and other surfaces tailored to a brand or product’s aesthetic.

  • Designing packaging for products that not only protect but also attract attention, align with branding, and enhance the user experience.

  • I plan, style, shoot, and edit food and lifestyle photography in-house. I create scroll-stopping visuals for social media, always keeping lighting, framing, and brand aesthetics in mind — whether it's plated dishes, behind-the-scenes prep, or mood-driven storytelling.

  • Designing custom lettering and typography that communicates a unique brand voice. This includes creating hand-lettered logos, quotes, and illustrations, as well as crafting impactful text designs using carefully selected fonts to enhance visual storytelling and brand identity. Whether it’s for print, digital media, or product packaging, I create text that stands out and resonates with the audience.

  • Capturing high-quality video footage and transforming it into polished, engaging content. From filming events, promotions, or creative projects to editing raw footage with colour grading, sound design, and visual effects, I craft videos that tell a compelling story, align with brand identity, and captivate the audience across various platforms.

  • Designing and building visually engaging, user-friendly websites with a focus on functionality, accessibility, and responsive design.

Software

  • Fluent across Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro. I use the suite daily for graphic design, packaging, digital illustration, photo editing, motion graphics, and video editing, ensuring all visuals are polished, creative, and on-brand.

  • Use CapCut for creating short-form mobile content like Reels and TikToks. I edit fast-paced, trend-driven videos that match platform-specific aesthetics and storytelling formats.

  • Skilled in creating fast, effective visuals for social media and marketing using Canva. I use it for client-facing templates, quick ad variations, story designs, and adapting brand assets with consistent visual identity.

  • Experienced in setting up and managing ad campaigns across Facebook and Instagram. I build audiences, track performance, and run A/B testing to optimize engagement and conversion for various brands and content types.

Education

Bachelor of Visual Communication and Design

University of Ljubljana — 2012 to 2015

2023 – Present

Chef & Brand Manager

De Amsterdamsche Cateraar – Amsterdam

Leading kitchen operations while also developing and managing the brand’s visual identity and online presence.

  • Designed and built the official website (UX, layout, visuals, copywriting, subscription forms, etc).

  • Created and managed content for Instagram and TikTok (Reels, stories, photos).

  • Ran paid campaigns using Meta Business Manager and optimised for performance.

  • Designed promotional assets using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.

Mar 2019 – Present

Founder & Visual Designer

Studio Tadej – Amsterdam

Creative studio specialising in design, illustration, and custom visual work.

  • Projects include branding, packaging, websites, murals, and custom art.

  • Provides framing advice, print production, and digital campaigns.

  • Collaborated with brands such as Ray-Ban, Glenfiddich, Swatch, and YouTube.

Jan 2023 – May 2023

Visual Artist

YouTube (YouTube Works Awards) – Amsterdam

  • Concepted and designed visuals for the YouTube Works Awards at NXT Museum.

  • Painted 4 large canvases as trophies for category winners (Rituals, Bol.com, Marktplaats, and Koninklijke Landmacht).

  • Worked closely with motion designers to shape the show’s overall creative direction.

Nov 2022 – Mar 2023

Freelance Illustrator

Radio m2o – Milan, Italy

  • Lead illustrator for national OOH campaign across Italian train stations.

  • Delivered 5 iconic portraits and a painted work for DJ Albertino.

Sep 2021 – Mar 2022

Creative Art Director

Glenfiddich x Sofitel The Grand – Amsterdam

Redesigned the bar interior of The Flying Dutchman into a Glenfiddich art space.

  • Painted full interior walls in neo-pop style.

  • Designed custom carpet, jacket, and event materials.

  • Integrated 3D-printed and ceramic crown sculptures into decor.

Apr 2020 – Mar 2021

Freelance Illustrator

Ray-Ban – Milan & China

  • Created global and regional illustration campaigns.

  • "Time to" campaign: 6 illustrations shared across all Ray-Ban global platforms.

  • “You’re On” campaign for Asia: 8 illustrations used for packaging, stores, WeChat stickers, and merch.

  • Designed event logo for D11 / Tmall in China.

  • Contributed designs for exclusive tote bags, boxes, and face masks.

Nov 2020 – Mar 2021

Creative Designer

Glenfiddich – Amsterdam

  • Represented NL in the global launch of Grande Couronne 26YO.

  • Created custom artwork, painted invites, and limited-edition art prints.

  • Contributed to the visual storytelling of Glenfiddich’s brand experience.

Winner Award

Swatch x You Competition

Issued by Swatch Ltd. · Nov 2021

Selected to represent the Netherlands at Expo 2020 Dubai.

Contact

tadej.oblak92@gmail.com
+31 6 25 27 76 21
Spuistraat 234 K, 1012 VV
Amsterdam