Artist, Leader, Director, Editor, Writer. A Jack of all trades.
Welcome, fellow traveller, to my little corner of the internet. Allow me to tell you a bit about myself before you scroll down.
First and foremost, I am an artist, gamer, raver, and rebel who loves to read, draw, paint, produce music, and dabble in photography. I also love going to festivals (the weirder, the better), taking long strolls in nature, staring at the wall, thinking about reality and life, and diving deep, visiting both wonderful and terrible worlds alike. I seek inspiration wherever I can.
Regarding the professional side of things:
Throughout my lifetime, I have had many jobs.
In my early years (11-19), I delivered newspapers and worked in greenhouses, shovelling coal and dirt. I also drove tractors, laid bricks, and worked on construction sites. I studied Multimedia Design, became a graphic artist and did many internships at graphic studios.
After that (20-24), I enrolled at the HKU where I studied 3D Animation and Visual Effects. I worked as a freelance character animator and producer for a few years (25-30) at an animation studio called: House of Secrets.
For the past 6 years, I have been the Creative Director of the award-winning games We Were Here Forever, We Were Here Together, and We Were Here Expeditions: The Friendship. (31-37)
I was the creative leader of Total Mayhem Games, where I led a team of directors in guiding the studio towards success. This is where I became a creative leader and learned that this is my greatest strength.
I am now open to new experiences and opportunities! You can find a contact form at the bottom of the page.
A selection of my work
We Were Here Trailers
Chronicles of Castle Rock
Piratenman, waar ben je dan?
Alien en de Sjaak
KIN
Photography
Music
Sketchbook
What others say about me
Rocky Schouten - Visual Development Artist / Art Director
“My collaboration with Ruud Renting during the “WE WERE HERE FOREVER” production is one of the best experiences I have had during my career, Ruud is very multifunctional as a creative director. He has a keen eye for Art direction and he writes, makes music, makes edits, a man with a vision. Ruud brings a certain energy and joy that can be very beneficial for you and your team.”
Marion Strumpel - Marketing Director
“Working with Ruud as our Creative Director was an experience I’ll never forget. He’s one of those rare people who seem to have a whole world of stories, wild facts, and a touch of new-age wisdom tucked away in his mind.
When he presented his ideas, everyone in the room was fully engaged – it was like he could cast a spell just by talking. Watching him captivate a room with his ideas and passion was something I always envied (in the best way).
Ruud is a true creative in every sense. He’s a writer, composer, storyteller, and voice actor all rolled into one, and he throws his whole heart into everything he does. I truly believe he is an invaluable asset, not only for his creative vision but also for his genuine, open-minded presence as a sparring partner.
I’d recommend him in a heartbeat – If you get the chance to work with him, take it. You won’t regret it.”
Mike Von Rotz - 3D & VFX Artist
“I worked with Ruud Renting for five amazing years, during which he demonstrated an exceptional blend of vision, creativity, and leadership as our Creative Director. His passion for storytelling and ability to inspire and unite our team with a strong vision was invaluable to our success.
Ruud has an amazing gift for bringing out the best in people. He knows how to make everyone in the team feel invested in their work, inspiring a level of enthusiasm and care that directly reflects in the quality of the games we created. His enthusiasm is contagious, and he creates a studio environment that is motivating and collaborative. He consistently encouraged us to push boundaries and reach for new heights.
Ruud is an outstanding leader and an amazing creative director. I have no doubt that he will bring the same energy, passion, and vision to any team he joins, and I highly recommend him.”
Bram Meulman - Technical Artist
“Working with Ruud during his time as Creative Director at TMG was inspiring! He brought so much energy and creativity to the team, always encouraging us to think bigger and take our ideas further. As the voice of the Jester, he kept things fun with extra sound effects in his presentations, really bringing his vision to life!”