I am a Graphic Designer, Illustrator and Artworker with extensive experience across B2B and B2C marketing environments. I have managed full client accounts over several years, delivering high-quality design solutions with a strong focus on client experience. My background spans both agency and corporate settings, including leading the in-house design and marketing department for an international manufacturer. Alongside my professional work, I have contributed to design projects for organisations such as The Brain Tumour Charity and Refugee Kindness (Wrexham). I am fluent in German (native) and English, with working knowledge of French. Outside of work, I enjoy creating hand-drawn illustrations and staying active through running, mountain biking, and hiking with my dog, as well as volunteering at my local parkrun and community garden.

Ellen Parzer

I am a Graphic Designer, Illustrator and Artworker with extensive experience across B2B and B2C marketing environments. I have managed full client accounts over several years, delivering high-quality design solutions with a strong focus on client experience. My background spans both agency and corporate settings, including leading the in-house design and marketing department for an international manufacturer. Alongside my professional work, I have contributed to design projects for organisations such as The Brain Tumour Charity and Refugee Kindness (Wrexham). I am fluent in German (native) and English, with working knowledge of French. Outside of work, I enjoy creating hand-drawn illustrations and staying active through running, mountain biking, and hiking with my dog, as well as volunteering at my local parkrun and community garden.

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I am a Graphic Designer, Illustrator and Artworker with extensive experience across B2B and B2C marketing environments. I have managed full client accounts over several years, delivering high-quality design solutions with a strong focus on client experience. My background spans both agency and corporate settings, including leading the in-house design and marketing department for an international manufacturer.

Alongside my professional work, I have contributed to design projects for organisations such as The Brain Tumour Charity and Refugee Kindness (Wrexham). I am fluent in German (native) and English, with working knowledge of French. Outside of work, I enjoy creating hand-drawn illustrations and staying active through running, mountain biking, and hiking with my dog, as well as volunteering at my local parkrun and community garden.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer, Artworker & Illustrator at rfa Advertising & Marketing
September 1, 2022 - Present
I work on projects for leading life science companies including illustrations, digital designs and presentations.
Graphic Designer, Illustrator & Artworker - Director at EllenP Design Ltd
December 1, 2020 - Present
Using my wealth of experience, I have helped companies develop and maintain effective marketing strategies, create effective communications and reach new and bigger audiences. I partner with councils, cultural organisations, independent businesses, and repeat clients to turn complex content into clear, engaging visual communication — from printed materials and interpretation boards to illustration projects and brand identities.
Brand and Marketing Designer at Fibrax Limited
January 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Following on from my previous role within the company, I was solely responsible for the marketing and design department. I managed the Fibrax brand and developed and maintained an effective marketing strategy for all group companies, providing internal graphic design services and co-ordinating internal and external events. The day to day contact with cycling customers via social media led to an improved brand awareness and increased sales. This was further rolled out in the exhibition design, packaging, website and promotional materials. I also attended cycle shows and worked as company staff at national and international events.
Graphic Designer at Fibrax Limited
October 1, 2015 - December 1, 2019
In the marketing and design department of Fibrax Ltd as well as serving outside clients under our previous agency name Mako Creative, I specialised in illustration, branding, design for print, exhibitions and all other design categories as well as social media and web design. A brand refresh and an updated and unified look of all Fibrax materials led to an improved brand awareness and increased sales, especially for the cycling department. I was also responsible for event organisation and represented the brand as part of a team at national and international cycling trade shows and exhibitions.
Graphic Designer at Mako Creative Solutions Ltd
November 1, 2006 - October 1, 2015
As a team member of a full-service design agency based in North Wales, I was involved in all aspects of design and artwork and solely responsible for key accounts for many years, including the roll-out of brands across various media and marketing materials. I managed projects from initial idea to final product, working closely with customers in the private and the public sector.
Graphic Designer at Bi:VENT GmbH, Germany
March 1, 2004 - October 1, 2006
Being the sole graphic designer for this event agency, I was responsible for exhibition design, brochure & programme design, monthly magazine cover illustration, event magazine design, web design as well as event management. I created an event brand for a major political party and made sure all branding guidelines of customers and suppliers were adhered to in any printed and digital materials.

Education

Diplom (RSKA) Graphic Design & Illustration at Rhein-Sieg-Kunstakademie, Hennef, Germany
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2003
Economics (Foundation Studies) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms Universität, Bonn, Germany
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
A-Levels at Liebfrauenschule Bonn, Germany
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization