Juriaan Booij is a Dutch, award-winning director based in London. With roots in graphic design, his work is defined by a refined visual sensibility and a deep interest in atmosphere and storytelling.
His first documentary, King Tide, explored the existential threat of climate change through the lens of Tuvalu, a remote Pacific island nation facing rising sea levels. This debut marked the beginning of a career shaped by striking visuals and human stories. He later developed his voice at the Royal College of Art, refining an aesthetic that bridges cinematic storytelling with design-led precision.
A recipient of the Cannes Young Director Award and Creative Circle’s Best New Commercial Director, Juriaan has built an acclaimed body of work spanning short films, documentaries, music videos, VR experiences, and commercials. His clients include Volvo, Rolex, Sony, Heineken, COS, Burberry, Samsung, the V&A, and Tate Modern.
With a focus on emotionally resonant narratives and crafted execution, he continues to blur the lines between art, film, and design.
Recognition
6 x Vimeo Staff Pick - “TERRAFORMING”, “HAIR HIGHWAY”, “SEA CHAIR”, “CAN CITY”, “STAIR ROVER”, “THE AND”
WINNER - APA IDEAS Awards 2022 - Best Use of Virtual Production - “100% SHUTTERSTOCK”
WINNER - Webby Awards 2020 - Public Service & Activism - “MALARIA MUST DIE”
SILVER - Creative Circle 2020 - Best Online Campaign - “MALARIA MUST DIE”
SILVER - Creative Circle 2020 - Best Innovation/Use of New Technology - “MALARIA MUST DIE”
BRONZE - Creative Circle 2020 - Best Charity and Public Service Online - “MALARIA MUST DIE”
BRONZE - Creative Circle 2020 - Best Conceptual Idea - “MALARIA MUST DIE”
GRAND PRIX - BIMA Awards 2019 - “MALARIA MUST DIE”
WINNER - The Drum Awards 2019 - Best Not for Profit Campaign “MALARIA MUST DIE”
BRONZE - Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2016 - Film Craft - HUAWEI “THE SHARK DANCER”
SILVER - Kinsale Shark - Edit - HUAWEI “THE SHARK DANCER”
SILVER - Spikes Asia - Film Craft - HUAWEI “THE SHARK DANCER”
WINNER - Best Up and Coming Commercial Director - Creative Circle Awards
SILVER - Campaign Big Award - Best Film Campaign Automotive - VOLVO “FROM SWEDEN NOT HOLLYWOOD”
BRONZE - Ciclope International Festival of Advertising Craft, Berlin - Best Cinematography - HUAWEI “THE SHARK DANCER”
SHOWCASE - Most Exciting New Directorial Talent UK - APA Collection (Advertising Producers Association) - Shots Magazine
SILVER - Young Directors Award, Cannes, France - Short Film Category - “SEA CHAIR”