Partnering with agencies and brands to build communication that actually moves people.
I create concepts and lead art direction for digital and traditional advertising, content, and design projects — shaping ideas for brands that want to stand out, not blend in.
I believe great ideas start with sharp insight and a clear strategy. My focus is turning complex briefings into simple, powerful concepts — crafted with precision, whether online or offline.
If you’re looking for bold thinking, strong visuals, and hands-on creative leadership, here’s how I can support your project:
Advertising
Concepts for digital and integrated campaigns
Social media and content marketing
Channel-defying ideas (or building new ones)
Art Direction, look & feel for brands and campaigns
Activation and experiental marketing
Creative direction
Production supervision
Design

Visual design, layout, typography
Brand Identity


Brand strategy and creative sparring
Creative and design consulting

My work has been honored with more than 200 awards, including Cannes Lions, ADC, Clio Awards, The One Show, Webby Awards, and FWA Site of the Month. I am a member of the Art Directors Club Germany and a judge at the ADC and MOBIUS Awards.
I’m driven by constant learning — on the job, as a teacher and mentor at art schools, and by continuing my own education including the Digital Acceleration Masterclass at Hyper Island in Stockholm and Digital Transformation at the Good School in Hamburg.
My journey so far
Since 2020
Independent Art Director / Creative Director
Freelance based in Hamburg 
2015 – 2019
Creative Director Art
Kolle Rebbe / Accenture Interactive
Hamburg 
2011 – 2014
 Creative Director / Art Director 
Philipp und Keuntje
Hamburg 
2007 – 2011
Art Director / Junior Creative
kempertrautmann (Thjnk)
Hamburg
2006
Intern Art
Springer & Jacoby
Hamburg 
2005
Intern Digital Design
Flip Media
Dubai, V.A.E. 
2002
Intern Creative & Strategy
TBWA \ BFS
Vancouver, Canada 

Education

2017
Masterclass Digital Acceleration
Hyper Island 
Stockholm, Sweden 
2010
Digital Transformation
Good School (OMR)
Hamburg 
2002 – 2007
Communication Design
Muthesius University of Fine Arts and Design
Kiel 

Clients I worked for:
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