Hert Zollner
FREELANCE CREATIVE PRODUCER
for Design, 2D & 3D Animation, CGI & VFX
As a Creative Producer, Hert has honed his expertise over 25 years by evolving alongside the creative industry. What sets him apart is that he doesn't just produce; he genuinely understands what the entire team is working on. He transforms complex creative briefs into actionable plans through his unique blend of hands-on experience and production leadership.
CREATIVE PRODUCER
(2018-present)
At various animation and production studios, Hert led numerous high-end projects for international clients, including collaborations with Framestore Chicago and intricate campaigns for T-Mobile and Migros. This experience with large productions and international teams now serves as the foundation for his freelance work.
AWARDS
International recognition for creative work from the period 2005-2014, including Cannes Lions, Webby Awards, and NY Fest.
The Art of Adaptation
MOTION DESIGNER
(2011-2018)
When Steve Jobs effectively ended Flash in 2010, Hert took a new direction, fully immersing himself in motion design and 3D animation, building on his existing relationships with Amsterdam agencies. After moving to Arnhem, he started his own studio and began collaborating directly with companies. As projects grew, he built a network of trusted freelancers for focused cooperation. This period laid the foundation for his later work as a Creative Producer.
The Digital Wave
INTERACTION DESIGNER
(2003-2011)
When the dotcom bubble burst in 2001, Hert found himself at a crossroads. Instead of shying away, he spotted a budding opportunity: the fusion of Flash and video. This insight led to the co-founding of Refunk, a company that would develop Flash-video based campaigns for brands like Adidas, Volvo, and Nokia, commissioned by Amsterdam advertising agencies. His work on "Volvo Life on Board" garnered international acclaim, including a Gold World Medal at The NY Fest and Gold and Silver Cyber Lions in Cannes.
EDUCATION
1996
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1999
INTERACTION DESIGN
Hert's journey began at HKU (Utrecht School of the Arts) where he studied Interaction Design during the wild dotcom boom of the late '90s. While many of his fellow students focused mainly on web design and development, which was naturally considered "hot", Hert chose multimedia with video and animation.
Experienced every technological shift
From CD-ROM to the internet, from Flash to Motion, from 3D to AI, I've learned never to cling to a single technology but to adapt to what comes next.
From Creator to Manager to Hybrid
I started as a creator, became a manager, and found my strength in the combination: a producer who truly understands what is being created.
International experience, Dutch down-to-earth charm
Projects for studios in Chicago, brands in Switzerland, agencies in Amsterdam, always with a pragmatic, no-nonsense approach.
CALL TO ACTION
My Work in Practice
Creative vision.
Technical insight.
Concrete results.
These are not just words; they form the foundation of my work. Check out the projects I’ve produced to see how I bring complex visions to life.