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Derran is a multidisciplinary creative professional — filmmaker, 3D animator, photographer, graphic designer, and editor — with an enduring passion for visual storytelling. His journey began at an exceptionally young age. At just 14, his work was broadcast on national television, followed by an interview in which he was named the youngest music video creator in the Netherlands. The following year, another of his music videos was televised, and he competed in a national competition where his entry was so advanced for his age that the jury believed it must have been created with professional assistance — a testament to his remarkable skill and vision.

Outside of school, Derran dedicated every spare moment to the television studios in Hilversum, balancing homework with hands-on experience in professional edit suites. After graduation, he launched his own video production company and expanded his expertise into 3D animation. One of his early 3D works earned national attention when it reached the top 10 in a high-profile contest for a new television station founded by media pioneer John de Mol. Out of over 10,000 entries, his animation remained in the top tier throughout the voting period, aired more than 50 times, and led to a job offer from one of the Netherlands’ largest marketing companies — all by the age of 21.

Over the years, Derran continued to refine his filmmaking, animation, and design skills. His portfolio grew to include magazine ads, large-scale exhibition backdrops for the NAB Show in Las Vegas, and artwork published in books. His designs have been featured in an EA video game for Xbox and PlayStation, and he collaborated with Vinten — a global leader in camera supports — to create a promotional video and product review that were quoted in publications worldwide.

In recent years, Derran has also focused on photography, earning recognition from Getty Images and having select works included in Adobe Stock Premium — a highly curated collection representing some of the world’s top photographers.

With a rare combination of technical skill, artistic vision, and hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, Derran has become a trusted creative partner for leading brands and organizations. Whether behind the camera, at the editing desk, or designing for print and digital media, he brings a distinctive touch that transforms ideas into compelling visual experiences.

Derran is a multidisciplinary creative who transforms ideas into striking visuals — from film and 3D animation to design and photography — for brands that want to stand out.