LIYANA

HANIF

LIYANA

HANIF

About

I’m a graphic designer and art director with over 10 years of experience, currently leading the creative team at Progresif. I started my journey studying Graphic Design at the University of Southampton before diving into agency life, where I learned how to turn ideas into work that actually connects.

These days, you’ll also find me creating as @vanilliyy experimenting with AI, sharing creative insights, and documenting the process along the way. I love hosting talks and workshops too, especially when it means helping others explore creativity in new ways.

I’m a graphic designer and art director with over a decade of experience. I studied Graphic Design at the University of Southampton, started my career in creative agencies, and now lead the creative team at Progresif, shaping brand and campaign work.

Alongside that, I create and share content as @vanilliyy, experiment with AI tools, and share what I learn through talks and workshops, staying curious and closely connected to the creative community.

Young white English man in his mid to late 20s

Awards & Recognition

Award

Nomination

Year

Year

Jury’s Choice Award Brunei Design Week 2021

Visual Communications Category

2025

Jury’s Choice Award Brunei Design Week 2021

Visual Communications Category

2025

Techstarts Startup Weekend

1st Place Startup Award

2018

Techstarts Startup Weekend

1st Place Startup Award

2018

Brunei Film Blitz

48 Hour Film Challenge Category 1st Place Award

2017

Brunei Film Blitz

48 Hour Film Challenge Category 1st Place Award

2017

Building Community through

Building Community

Just Bruneians

About

My passion for design extends beyond aesthetics. I find joy in meaningful connections and fostering the creative community in Brunei.

Just Bruneians is a community initiative I founded to help people discover, connect, and support Bruneian creatives, both online and offline.

Visit www.justbruneians.com to see more

LIYANA

HANIF

LIYANA

HANIF

About

I’m a graphic designer and art director with over 10 years of experience, currently leading the creative team at Progresif. I started my journey studying Graphic Design at the University of Southampton before diving into agency life, where I learned how to turn ideas into work that actually connects.

These days, you’ll also find me creating as @vanilliyy experimenting with AI, sharing creative insights, and documenting the process along the way. I love hosting talks and workshops too, especially when it means helping others explore creativity in new ways.

I’m a graphic designer and art director with over a decade of experience. I studied Graphic Design at the University of Southampton, started my career in creative agencies, and now lead the creative team at Progresif, shaping brand and campaign work.

Alongside that, I create and share content as @vanilliyy, experiment with AI tools, and share what I learn through talks and workshops, staying curious and closely connected to the creative community.

Young white English man in his mid to late 20s

Awards & Recognition

Award

Nomination

Year

Year

Jury’s Choice Award Brunei Design Week 2021

Visual Communications Category

2025

Jury’s Choice Award Brunei Design Week 2021

Visual Communications Category

2025

Techstarts Startup Weekend

1st Place Startup Award

2018

Techstarts Startup Weekend

1st Place Startup Award

2018

Brunei Film Blitz

48 Hour Film Challenge Category 1st Place Award

2017

Brunei Film Blitz

48 Hour Film Challenge Category 1st Place Award

2017

Building Community through

Building Community

Just Bruneians

About

My passion for design extends beyond aesthetics. I find joy in meaningful connections and fostering the creative community in Brunei.

Just Bruneians is a community initiative I founded to help people discover, connect, and support Bruneian creatives, both online and offline.

Visit www.justbruneians.com to see more