I’m Daniel, an attentive listener, imaginative storyteller and always curious free spirit. I help companies become relevant by connecting them to their audiences on an emotional level. I create comprehensive brand experiences through human-centred design.

Daniel Koval

I’m Daniel, an attentive listener, imaginative storyteller and always curious free spirit. I help companies become relevant by connecting them to their audiences on an emotional level. I create comprehensive brand experiences through human-centred design.

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I’m Daniel, an attentive listener, imaginative storyteller and always curious free spirit.
I help companies become relevant by connecting them to their audiences on an emotional level.
I create comprehensive brand experiences through human-centred design.

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Language

German
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Interim Creative Director at MetaDesign
October 1, 2024 - Present
Managing brand development and implementation of the global rebranding programme for a DAX corporation, including detailed brand and product guidelines, employer branding, photo shoots, UI system updates and brand onboarding learning modules. Leading a team of 10 interdisciplinary designers and copywriters. Directing client-specific pitches and consulting for ad agencies and spatial design teams.
Creative Contract Partner at DWL GmbH
January 2, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Developed and implemented brand identity including brand strategy, overall visual identity, motion identity, web design, print, stationery, editorial, signage and social identity. Created brand activation campaigns and internal/external launches. Managed client relationships, delivered presentations, led workshops and developed onboarding trainings.
Executive Creative Director at Mutabor Design
November 1, 2023 - September 23, 2025
Managed full-scale end-to-end rebranding programmes for German and international corporation clients with full account and budget responsibility. Led a cross-functional team of 15 including strategists, brand and digital designers, copywriters, motion specialists and architects/interior designers. Built the team, conducted interviews and reviews; developed and optimised processes, trainings and workflows; conducted strategic workshops, onboardings and surveys; oversaw development of brand strategy, communication strategy, employer branding strategy, brand design, implementation and activation.
Creative Contract Partner at INVERS GmbH
June 1, 2021 - September 23, 2025
Brand design development and implementation including overall visual identity, web design, print, editorial, signage, corporate clothing, office interior and wayfinding, vehicle design, trade fair design and launch movie. Managed client relationships, delivered presentations, led workshops and developed onboarding trainings.
Freelance Creative Director at MetaDesign
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Led engagements as freelance creative director in Düsseldorf, overseeing teams and delivering branding, visual identity and related materials for multiple clients.

Education

Master of Arts at Bergische Universität Wuppertal
October 1, 1999 - July 1, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

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