Daniel Disselkoen

I used to study law and philosophy. One day, I realised that I didn’t want my ideas to be tucked away in journals, and I went to art academy.

What I Do Now

I started out in news as Art Director at NOS Nieuws, the Dutch national broadcaster. Today I am Creative Director at Algemeen Dagblad and its seven regional titles, where I lead the design team. I design and build the systems our designers and journalists use to turn reporting into visual stories, and I set the visual direction for everything we publish, from individual articles up to the apps and website themselves.

What I Make

I have turned my ideas into installations, companies, games, movies, photography, stories and publications. That might seem quite diverse, but it's all about imagination and human interaction. Here you can dive into my work to see the mini-worlds I have created and the stories I have told.

Why I Do What I Do

"Stick to one thing." While it's tempting to narrow your interests to a specific area, I strongly believe that curiosity always trumps routine.

Whether it's stumbling upon money right on the street (article in Dutch) or running the startup-studio at the Dutch Football Association (despite not recognizing more than four famous football players), looking around has become the foundation of my work.

on stage

I have had the privilege of speaking at conferences and events like SXSW Interactive, TEDxVicenza, IDFA, CreativeMornings and various festivals, sharing my passion and experiences with others.