MAKEOUT STUDIO

Antwerp, Belgium

CREATING NEXT-GEN RELEVANCE

We take brands to next-gen relevance through strategy , visual culture , and collaborative implementation. Next-Gen relevance combines cultural insight with commercial creativity to: → Decode what next-gen really wants → Glow up legacy brands → Create market fit for new niches and challenger brands → Breath new life into your proposition & identity Our methodology: STEP 1: Culture & Immersion (Trends & Culture inspiration, Deep-dive into your brand & organisation, Sneak peek into your next-gen relevance, What's next (gen) report for your brand) STEP 2: Next-Gen Ideation (Deepdive into the audience, Defining needs & moments of impact, What would your next-gen brand look like?) STEP 3: Next-Gen Studio (Research, Strategy, Creation, Production, ...) This is the ideal flow to guide you in the best possible way. Of course, we can also assist you with our Next-Gen Studio, even without the preceding strategic tracks (step 1 & 2). Wanna know more? Do not hesitate to reach out to us! [email protected] BE +32 (0) 498 72 13 35

6 people in their team

Speaks Dutch, English, French

5 projects in their portfolio

5 collaborations started on Sortlist

Works remotely across the globe

Sortlist member since 2017

Founded in 2017

3 awards conferred

4.71/5

(6 reviews)

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Services

10 services offered by MAKEOUT STUDIO

Description
A brand isn’t just a logo, a tagline, or a sleek identity—it’s how people feel about you. At Makeout Studio, we shape brands that don’t just exist but truly connect. By blending next-gen strategy, bold creativity, and deep cultural insight, we craft identities that move, resonate, and stick. No safe bets, no generic solutions—just branding with real impact, built for the future. 🚀
Skills in Branding & Positioning (30)
Branding & PositioningGraphic DesignNamingBrand DesignBranded ContentBrochureBrand ArchitectureBrand CreationBrand IdentityBrand Naming+20
Works in Branding & Positioning (5)
Reviews in Branding & Positioning (4)
Jorrit Heidbuchel
Laurijn Deschepper
Wim Willems
Tanya Vromen
Clients in Branding & Positioning (4)
Le ChapeauClothing & Accessories | national
TookuTravel & Leisure
LibelleMedia | national
BNXT LeaugeSports | international
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Description
Digital isn’t just a tool—it’s the backbone of how brands connect, grow, and stay relevant. At Makeout Studio, we go beyond the buzzwords. From digital transformation to strategic consulting, we help brands navigate the ever-changing landscape with bold, future-proof solutions. Whether it’s rethinking your digital ecosystem or optimizing your brand’s online presence, we craft strategies that don’t just follow trends but set them.
Skills in Digital Strategy (4)
Digital TransformationDigital ConsultingDigital MarketingWeb Marketing
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Description
Forget forgettable. In a world overloaded with ads, we create campaigns that cut through the noise and stick. From bold guerrilla activations to multi-channel storytelling, from sharp B2B messaging to disruptive political ads—Makeout Studio blends culture, strategy, and creative firepower to make brands unmissable. Whether online or offline, we craft advertising that gets noticed, talked about, and remembered.
Skills in Advertising (7)
Advertising CampaignAdvertising ProductionGuerilla AdvertisingB2B AdvertisingMulti Channel AdvertisingPolitical AdvertisingWeb Advertising
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Description
Content isn’t just about visibility—it’s about impact. Brands today aren’t just selling; they’re publishing, shaping culture, and building communities. The challenge? Crafting stories that stand out and choosing the right channels to amplify them. At Makeout Studio, we don’t do generic. We dive deep into your audience, tap into cultural currents, and create content that not only grabs attention but drives real action.
Skills in Content Strategy (22)
Content StrategyBranding & PositioningBrand DesignBranded ContentCorporate PublishingEmployer BrandingContent CurationStorytellingCommunity BuildingWeb Content+12
Works in Content Strategy (4)
Clients in Content Strategy (4)
Le ChapeauClothing & Accessories | national
TookuTravel & Leisure
LibelleMedia | national
BNXT LeaugeSports | international
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Description
Your brand’s visual identity isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about recognition, emotion, and impact. At Makeout Studio, we design identities that don’t just look good but feel right. Rooted in culture, strategy, and next-gen relevance, we craft visuals that make brands instantly recognizable and impossible to ignore. Whether it’s a bold rebrand or a fresh new look, we create identities that stick.
Skills in Graphic Identity (30)
Graphic DesignBrochureBusiness Card DesignEditorial DesignIllustrationInfographic DesignCreative Graphic DesignDigital DesignMockup DesignLogo Design+20
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Description
Design isn’t just aesthetics—it drives perception, influences decisions, and fuels growth. At Makeout Studio, we build strong identities with strategy at the core. Before we create, we immerse ourselves in your world (soon, the metaverse). Because a brand is more than a logo or visuals—it’s an experience. Our strategists and designers work side by side to ensure your brand leaves a lasting impact at every touchpoint. We challenge, push, and go beyond the brief—because great design isn’t just seen, it’s felt.
Skills in Graphic Design (30)
Motion DesignGraphic Design2D2D Animation2D DesignBrand DesignBrochureCanvas DesignCartoon DesignConceptual Design+20
Works in Graphic Design (5)
Review in Graphic Design (1)
Leila Alsulaiman
Clients in Graphic Design (4)
Le ChapeauClothing & Accessories | national
TookuTravel & Leisure
LibelleMedia | national
BNXT LeaugeSports | international
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Description
No description provided for this service.
Skills in Video Production (17)
Content EditionVideo MarketingAftermovieAudiovisualVideo EditingVideo ShootingInteractive Video ProductionCreative VideoFilmmakingMarketing Video Production+7
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Description
Motions design is the moment. Yet making an impact on every imaginable screen requires a different kind of approach. Our motion graphics wizard knows how to turn pixels into emotion. Our mission? We want people to stop swiping left, right, or any other direction. Whether you want to create jaw-dropping social ads that convert or make your brand come alive in motion, we got you.
Skills in Motion Design (18)
3D2DMotion GraphicsDigital AnimationStoryboardComputer AnimationCorporate Event PlanningFilm ProductionLogo Motion DesignMotion Design 3D+8
Works in Motion Design (5)
Review in Motion Design (1)
Herwig De Smet
Clients in Motion Design (4)
Le ChapeauClothing & Accessories | national
TookuTravel & Leisure
LibelleMedia | national
BNXT LeaugeSports | international
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Description
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Skills in Innovation (8)
InnovationConsultingDesign ThinkingPackaging Design3D Graphic DesignBrandingBrand StrategyDesign Innovation
Works in Innovation (2)
Clients in Innovation (2)
BNXT LeaugeSports | international
MikeViktorViktorArchitecture & Planning | national
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Description
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Skills in Artificial Intelligence (2)
AI ExpertiseAI Image Generation
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Team

6 members in MAKEOUT STUDIO's team

StoryWe are a cohort of culturists, creatives and strategists building Next-Gen Relevant brands.

Awards

MAKEOUT STUDIO was awarded 3 times

Creative Business Masterclass - Future London Academy UK2020-12-31

Branding now - Future London Academy UK2021-01-01

Vermelding Weekend Knack - 'Dit is hoe we het imagoprobleem van de Europese Unie willen oplossen'2017-01-01

Reviews

6 reviews for MAKEOUT STUDIO

4.71/5

(6 reviews)

Herwig De SmetFounder at Ups & Downs

4/5

Prima samenwerking met voor mij jonge mensen. Heel vriendelijk en bereidwillig. 1 Opmerking, maar die heeft alleen met budget te maken: er was op het einde geen tijd meer om in de zaal zelf te fine tunen.

ServiceMotion Design

SectorMusic

Team1 - 10

Tanya VromenFounder at Cirkel

5/5

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What was the objective behind your collaboration?The agency helped us to create a unique brand identity that matched our story and vision.

What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?The way they challenge you throughout the whole process. Really nice to work with an agency that has a strong opinion supported with research. Together with the agency we pushed ourselves to create a topnotch brand.

Tanya Vromen recommends this agency

ServiceBranding & Positioning

SectorOthers

Team1 - 10

Wim WillemsCo-Owner at FamilyCard.be

5/5

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Collaboration

What was the objective behind your collaboration?Rebranding & optimization UX flow --> increase number of active users

What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?Open minded, Out of comfort zone moment. This was sometimes not easy for a small company, but it made the difference!

Wim Willems recommends this agency

ServiceBranding & Positioning

SectorE-commerce

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HeadquarterKarel Oomsstraat 47a, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium