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I help organisations figure out what they want to say and how to say it. I use strategy, language and design to make complex ideas land in a way that's clear, compelling and unapologetically human.

 

I’ve worked across public, private and not‑for‑profit sectors – brand agencies, corporates, startups, government, tourism and the arts – delivering strategic and creative work as a trusted pair of hands who can plug in quickly, solve problems and get things moving.

Arie
Hoeflak
Strategy
Creative
Words

  • I help organisations get clear on what they stand for and how they show up. My work centres on positioning, narrative and structure: the foundations that make creative decisions easier and messages more effective. I thrive on translating complexity into direction and building strategic frameworks that support confident, consistent communication.

  • The best bit about creating strategy is to then bring it to life. Whether it’s a campaign concept, a brand story or a new way of framing an offer, I like to keep it grounded, human and distinctive. My approach blends intuition with clarity: ideas that resonate, make sense, and move people in the right direction.

  • I like creating visual systems that are clear, adaptable and built to last. From brand identities to marketing collateral and digital solutions, my design work leans on simplicity, usability and coherence. Every visual decision is there to support the strategy, strengthen recognition and help organisations tell their story effectively and with confidence.

  • I craft and shape language across disciplines, from brand messaging and tone of voice to editorial content, scripts, social copy and more technical writing. I help organisations say what they mean in a way that’s persuasive, human and authentic, turning complex ideas into communication that hits the mark.

Skills & Services

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Bernard Braithwaite
Founder/Director
Calibre + Candor/Mime Analytics

I've had the pleasure of getting to know Arie over the past two years, both professionally (brand messaging, creative and execution) and personally (the arts), and in all capacities he is a man of real insight, talent and integrity. His intuitive understanding of our product #Infinitum greatly accelerated our go-to-market pace, positioned us with world-class branding, and created a platform that we will be able to build on/scale out for years to come. And he's a great guy to work with too!

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Tracey Fox
Creative Lead
New Zealand Trade & Enterprise

Arie was recommended to me by a colleague who had worked with him before. I believe she described him as a talented 'all-rounder'. Boy she wasn't wrong. He can concept, he can design, he can write, he presents with flair – and yes, he can sing too. On top of that he is a good human who is a pleasure to have in the team. He jumped right in and made a big impression! I look forward to working with Arie again.

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Rebekah Nolan
Production Lead
New Zealand Trade & Enterprise

Arie is a creative superstar. He combines strategic thinking with classy design and brilliant wordsmithing. The concept he came up with for the New Zealand International Business Awards 2022 social campaign was clever, beautiful, engaging and impactful. Arie is a trusted collaborator who has the experience to execute a campaign without the hand-holding. He's also wonderfully witty. Working with Arie was truly a joy.

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Matthew Prichard
Executive Chair
KPMG New Zealand

I worked with Arie for a number of years, and have no hesitation recommending him. His creativity is brilliant, his design superb, and his personality and style are second to none!

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Andrew Smith
Partner/Group Creative Director
Dave Clark

I have worked with Arie for a number of years and always admired his unique blend of skills. Arie is a highly intelligent design practitioner who has the rare ability to write, design and produce a wide range of creative projects. These strengths make him an asset to any team or project.

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