© 2026 - Design Studio Wim Mees
paperwork I studied hard for
Education
Bachelor
Teaching degree in
History / English / IT
Graduated in 2006
Degree in social
and technical science
Graduated in 2002
Chief animator
Issued by Kena VZW
Hallo, ik spreek Nederlands||
Bonjour, je parle français||
Hello, I speak english||
Hej, jag pratar svenska
C2
Nederlands
Proficient
I can understand and express nuanced and complex ideas effortlessly.
C1
English
Advanced
I can use language effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes.
B1
Français
Intermediate
I can handle everyday situations and simple discussions on familiar topics.
B1
Svenska
Intermediate
I can handle everyday situations and simple discussions on familiar topics.
great places I work(ed) hard at
Experience
Founder & lead designer
I am responsible for the management of my own design studio. I work as a freelancer for small business owners and larger firms. From websites to e-learnings, mostly design based work but often combined with process optimisation and/or pedagogical advise.
@ Design Studio Wim Mees
2000 - present
Teacher & IT coordinator
I taught at a school for challenged youth were I also managed the entire IT department. It was a fun and challenging combination were I was able to combine my people skills with my technical IT skills. This is where I got the expertise of teaching students, but also adult colleagues.
@ Sint-Jozefinstituut Buso Antwerp
2000 - 2020
2022 - 2024
Communication expert
I did a temporary job as communication expert. My main job was to digitise and optimise this school’s processes like registration, external and internal communication, branding, etc... A very rewarding job since I noticed instant results of my job/optimisations.
@ Campus De Brug Vilvoorde
2020 - 2022
Freelance designer
This was my first job as a designer and I still work for this company as a freelancer. Mostly to design and set up WordPress websites but they also contact me for logo’s and brandings. A place where I can hit or miss, learn and develop as a person and a designer.
@ CryptoNet
2000 - present
Hospitality host & senior VIP coordinator
After being a hospitality host for years myself I was in charge of a team of hosts who had to receive and serve VIP guests at different concerts and events. Making sure the night went without incidents and everybody left happy was my main focus/job.
@ AFAS Dome (Sportpaleis)
2009 - 2014
Various student jobs
From the moment I was allowed I worked for my money. From baking burgers to selling computers and mobile phones. During my school holidays I worked as a volunteer and animator at KENA camps. All my bosses described me as loyal, trustworthy and ambitious. They usually offered me a permanent job but I was chasing my Teacher/Designer dream! ☺
Chef & waiter
@ Quick Lier
1999 - 2002
Salesperson
@ Vandenborre Antwerp
2002 - 2006
Organisation, coaching and logistic support of sports & play camps for youth
@ Kena VZW
1998 - 2014
things that define my character
Personal skills
Sociable
I like to talk (a lot) offline. Connect with people in real life and bring teams and colleagues (back) together. Social media? Not so much...
Creative
I like to create... There’s nothing more satisfying than starting with an empty canvas and bring to life what’s in your mind or the mind of a client.
Eager to learn
When I dedicate myself to something I want to learn as fast as I can. New software, company details, languages, people... I’m an advocate for lifelong learning.
Self critical
I challenge myself and I’m a perfectionist. It took me a few years to get it under control but now I see it as one of my most valuable skills. I also thrive on constructive feedback.
Reliable
I’m a good listener and when I say I’ll do something I’ll do it. If I have to say something I’ll say it to the people involved. Not blunt, I just prefer skipping the gossip train.
Punctual
I know it’s not very original, but it’s important right? I’m the guy that arrives one minute early on a meeting. I’m the guy that calls or mails if a deadline can’t be met.
contact
Reach out and say hi!
I find it hard to put myself in a box, so I prefer to call myself an all-round designer. A design career spanning more than 20 years, in both practice and education, is too diverse to capture in a single portfolio or website. Learning a new tool is easy. What I really bring to the table is experience, with a strong focus on minimal design.
The best way to find out what I can do for you or your business is simply to get in touch and talk. I'm confident we'll find a way to make it work.
A good designer finds an elegant way to put everything you need on a page. A great designer convinces you half that shit is unnecessary.
- Mike Monteiro
about me
Hi, I'm Wim
I'm a dedicated minimalist - not only in life but also in my work. I firmly believe that ‘less is more’.
If you need someone to ‘design’ what’s in your head, there are plenty of (free) (online) tools for that. If you need someone to elevate your vision to new heights and combine it with years of experience… I’m your guy!
No-nonsense. Honest. Transparent. With a generous amount of (sarcastic) humour.
services
What can I do for you?
E-learnings & educational materials
With my background in education and years of teaching experience, I help you create engaging and well-structured learning materials for both online and offline use.
E-learnings & educational materials
With my background in education and years of teaching experience, I help you create engaging and well-structured learning materials for both online and offline use.
E-learnings & educational materials
With my background in education and years of teaching experience, I help you create engaging and well-structured learning materials for both online and offline use.
E-learnings & educational materials
With my background in education and years of teaching experience, I help you create engaging and well-structured learning materials for both online and offline use.
contact
Reach out and say hi!
I find it hard to put myself in a box, so I prefer to call myself an all-round designer. A design career spanning more than 20 years, in both practice and education, is too diverse to capture in a single portfolio or website. Learning a new tool is easy. What I really bring to the table is experience, with a strong focus on minimal design.
The best way to find out what I can do for you or your business is simply to get in touch and talk. I'm confident we'll find a way to make it work.
© 2026 - Design Studio Wim Mees