Art Archives

Art direction isn’t just about visuals—it’s about vision. At RIOT, we create to showcase the power of combining creative ideas with strategic execution. Our work is a testament to bold storytelling, refined aesthetics, and a relentless pursuit of originality. From branding to campaigns, every project in our portfolio tells a story. It’s not just about what looks good—it’s about what connects, inspires, and disrupts.

What is Art Direction?

Art direction is where creativity meets leadership. It’s the process of shaping ideas into visuals that resonate with an audience. Whether it’s crafting a brand identity, producing a high-concept photoshoot, or designing an immersive campaign, art direction is at the core of everything we do.

Our Art Direction Portfolio Features:

  • Brand Identities – Logos, color palettes, and typography that define your brand’s visual DNA.
  • Campaign Art Direction – Shaping the look, feel, and tone of multi-channel marketing campaigns.
  • Editorial Design – Art direction for magazines, books, and digital publications.
  • Fashion & Lifestyle Shoots – Creating concepts and managing visuals for stunning photography.
  • Creative Direction for Ads – From mood boards to execution, we craft ads that are visually unforgettable.

Why Choose RIOT for Art Direction?

We don’t believe in the ordinary. As one of NYC’s boldest creative agencies, our art direction portfolio showcases work that pushes boundaries and redefines expectations. At RIOT, we don’t just create projects—we create movements.

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Visionary Leadership: We see the bigger picture and make it a reality.
  • Collaborative Spirit: We work with brands to create visuals that feel authentic and aligned.
  • Attention to Detail: Every element, down to the smallest design choice, is intentional.

Explore Our Art Direction 

Whether you’re looking for inspiration, considering collaboration, or just curious about how far creativity can go, our portfolio is a masterclass in art direction. Each project is a reflection of bold ideas brought to life with precision and artistry.

Ready to Make a Statement?

Let RIOT bring your vision to life with art direction that’s as daring as it is effective. Dive into our art direction portfolio, and contact us to craft visuals that captivate and inspire.
Clinique: Love Sizzle Reel

Produced, Creative Direction, Directed, Edited, Motion GFX, Color, VFX, Hand Drawn Animations

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Wardrobe: App Intro

With almost 40,000 new apps released every month, we had to make sure the new Wardrobe app which allows its users to exchange and borrow high-fashion clothing would stand out from the crowd. The introduction to the app is the front door for the person using it, so we went above and beyond with this video, welcoming everyone to it in the coolest way possible. Taking a bank of awesome content from the team including clips of real users of the app, we had fun playing around with it all in very unique ways. Our creative agency goes the extra mile as always, we took the time to hand-cut real pieces of paper, filmed on a green screen, and then added stop motion to achieve an old-school and hyped look and feel. We ran assets through one of our many vintage video cameras to add true and unique VHS effects, created custom motion graphics for the logo and text moments, and composed mixed media animation layers and textures to help bring fresh, new, and unique vibes to each frame. We also chopped and mashed together some of the wildest and coolest imagery combinations, including a buffering effect called “data moshing” […]

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Coach Foundation: Dream It Real

We recently partnered with our dear friends at Coach to create an inspiring film for their affiliated non-profit organization, the Coach Foundation. The Coach Foundation is committed to unlocking the dreams of 5,000 young individuals by providing scholarships by 2025. The video content in the film was captured using the personal cameras of the featured individuals, showcasing the authentic and unfiltered nature of their technological resources and emphasizing the challenge of affording higher education.   With a focus on promoting positivity, our goal was to shed light on the incredible personalities of each individual who has overcome adversity to reach their current position. To maintain the genuine essence of the film, we dedicated extra time and effort to incorporate hand-drawn elements. For each person showcased, we endeavored to delve into their thoughts and imbue their clips with a custom font style and a hand-drawn representation of their imagined workspaces. These elements were then animated to generate one-of-a-kind artistic creations. This project presented a unique opportunity for our creative agency, and we had a fantastic time bringing it to life. Although the video is intended for internal use within the Coach team and requires a password for access, you can still […]

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Reside Moments: Paint It Black

Directed, Creative Direction, Editing, Post, Color, Titles, FX, Branding, Design, Photography, Social, Music Supervision

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Reside Moments: Diving In

Directed, Creative Direction, Editing, Post, Color, Titles, FX, Branding, Design, Photography, Social, Music Supervision

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The Xcerts – Hold On To Your Heart (Official Music Video)

Produced, Directed, Creative Direction, Edited, Post, Color, FX, Animation, Branding, Design, Photography

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The Xcerts: Feels Like Falling In Love

Produced, Directed, Creative Direction, Edited, Post, Color, FX, Animation, Branding, Art, Design

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