Meet Karlijn

SHOOTING FOR TOYOTA IN LA

Adapts intuitive observations, impressions, and emotions and puts them into artistic concepts/campaigns for international brands..

BTS OF ASML SHOOT
IN TAIWAN

About she/her

Karlijn Hendriksen is a Film Director and Senior Creative at Monks, educated at the Dutch Film Academy. With over 10 years in film and advertising, she is dedicated to creating impactful stories that connect with audiences. As a hybrid creative, Karlijn combines various skills, allowing her to tailor her approach to each project.

She excels in developing innovative ideas, managing complex productions, and overseeing post-production, all while focusing on authentic storytelling that highlights the real narratives behind products. Karlijn’s talents are evident in her wide range of experiences, from directing large international teams to executing quick shoots with minimal crew. Whether shooting a dramatic car scene on a closed bridge in LA or filming researchers at NASA FDL, she shows great adaptability and resourcefulness under pressure. Karlijn successfully collaborates with top artists and major corporate clients.

Awards

2021

πŸ† Silver - Online Video - Science & Education
⭐ People's Lovie Winner - Online Video - Science & Education
πŸ† Webby Award Nomination (Frontier Development Lab)
πŸ† Lovie Awards Nomination / GROW (best video science & educational)

2020

πŸ† Site of the Day at Awwwards / Frontier Development Lab (Google Cloud, NASA FDL, Intel)
πŸ† Gold FWA of the day / Frontier Development Lab (Google Cloud, NASA FDL, Intel)

2019

πŸ† Gold Lovie Award / Mind The Gap (ServicePlan)
πŸ† Silver Lovie / Mind The Gap (ServicePlan)
πŸ† People's Lovie / Mind The Gap (ServicePlan)
πŸ† FWA of the day / Mind The Gap (ServicePlan)
πŸ† Gold Brand Experience & Activation Cannes Lion (ServicePlan)

2017

πŸ† Film-academy Gouden Veer Class of 2017 / Award for the most creative achievements and personal developments.
πŸ†Een Onvergetelijk Afscheid Winner of VPRO documentary Price

2016

πŸ† Winner Gouden Kalf Beste Korte Film GRATIS /2016, Merijn Scholte Albers & Tobias Smeets.

Competences

Creating
and self-reflecting ability.

The capacity to turn feelings, thoughts, and insights into art and present them visibly or audibly. This includes reflecting on my own actions to improve my performances and contributing positively to processes and productions in different situations.

Collaborate
and communicate.

Able to collaborate with strong specialists in order to make a positive contribution. Ability to communicate in verbal, nonverbal, written, and executive form. Work efficiently and effectively coordinate with other parties. Able to justify a story and convey it.

Working in a systematic
and result-oriented way.

In possession to determine goals and priorities in an effective way, and organize the necessary action, time, and resources to achieve these goals.

Innovative
and learning ability.

Research, explore new options, and experiment in different areas. Use innovative methods and practices. Be open to learning and assessment.