I would like to offer my skills and support as a freelancer in the field of graphic design. I am 39 years old, come from Essen (Germany) and have been working since 2008 as a digital graphic designer/art director. During this time, I have worked for many clients from medium-sized businesses (and also corporations) as part of an agency or as a freelancer. I can look back on many exciting projects in the areas of corporate design, corporate publishing (magazines, brochures, annual reports) and campaign work across almost all channels. From planning and image retouching to pre-production, I can support you in every area. Working in the field of digital concepts is particularly very exciting. I have been realising UX/UI concepts for software solutions, apps and websites for many years. Through my work with clients such as RWE, Innogy, Fresenius, Roche, Actelion, J&J, Rossmann, Evonik and various property companies, I am very experienced in working with and developing an existing corporate design and developing it. I am experienced, very strong in realisation, fast and can also be deployed at short notice. Feel free to check out my portfolio at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Also, i have some current projects that I could show if necessary, I would be very happy if we could talk about this personally on the phone or by video call.

Jakob Stefan Zopora

I would like to offer my skills and support as a freelancer in the field of graphic design. I am 39 years old, come from Essen (Germany) and have been working since 2008 as a digital graphic designer/art director. During this time, I have worked for many clients from medium-sized businesses (and also corporations) as part of an agency or as a freelancer. I can look back on many exciting projects in the areas of corporate design, corporate publishing (magazines, brochures, annual reports) and campaign work across almost all channels. From planning and image retouching to pre-production, I can support you in every area. Working in the field of digital concepts is particularly very exciting. I have been realising UX/UI concepts for software solutions, apps and websites for many years. Through my work with clients such as RWE, Innogy, Fresenius, Roche, Actelion, J&J, Rossmann, Evonik and various property companies, I am very experienced in working with and developing an existing corporate design and developing it. I am experienced, very strong in realisation, fast and can also be deployed at short notice. Feel free to check out my portfolio at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Also, i have some current projects that I could show if necessary, I would be very happy if we could talk about this personally on the phone or by video call.

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I would like to offer my skills and support as a freelancer in the field of
graphic design. I am 39 years old, come from Essen (Germany) and have been working since 2008 as a digital graphic designer/art director.

During this time, I have worked for many clients from medium-sized businesses (and also corporations) as part of an agency or as a freelancer. I can look back on many exciting projects in the areas of corporate design, corporate publishing (magazines, brochures, annual reports) and campaign work across almost all channels. From planning and image retouching to pre-production, I can support you in every area.

Working in the field of digital concepts is particularly very exciting. I have been realising UX/UI concepts for software solutions, apps and websites for many years. Through my work with clients such as RWE, Innogy, Fresenius, Roche, Actelion, J&J, Rossmann, Evonik and various property companies, I am very experienced in working with and developing an existing corporate design and developing it.

I am experienced, very strong in realisation, fast and can also be deployed
at short notice.

Feel free to check out my portfolio at Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup
Also, i have some current projects that I could show if necessary, I would be very happy if we could talk about this personally on the phone or by video call.

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Language

English
Fluent
Polish
Intermediate
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director (Digital-, Print- Live-Kommunikation) at UNICBLUE Brand Communication GmbH
September 30, 2019 - July 26, 2025
Directed art and creative processes for digital, print, and live communication projects at an international advertising agency.
Art Director und Atelier-/Abteilungsleitung (Artwork & Multimedia) at UNICBLUE Kommunikation GmbH & Co. KG
August 31, 2018 - July 26, 2025
Managed artwork and multimedia teams, overseeing multimedia production and creative leadership within an international advertising agency.
Grafikdesigner (UI/UX, Live Kommunikation, Print) at UNICBLUE Kommunikation GmbH & Co. KG
August 31, 2015 - July 26, 2025
Designed UI/UX, live communication materials, and print projects for an international advertising agency.
Grafikdesigner (Webseiten, Apps- und Print-Gestaltung) at PPR. personality partner GmbH Werbeagentur
August 31, 2013 - July 26, 2025
Created graphic designs for websites, apps, and print media within an advertising agency.
Ausbildung zum Mediengestalter für Digital- & Printmedien at PPR. personality partner GmbH Werbeagentur
June 30, 2012 - July 26, 2025
Completed vocational training in conception and visualization for digital and print media.
Grafikdesign Praktikum at PPR. personality partner GmbH Werbeagentur
August 31, 2009 - July 26, 2025
Internship focusing on graphic design within an advertising agency.
Art Director (Digital-, Print- Live-Communication) at UNICBLUE Brand Communication GmbH
September 1, 2019 - October 27, 2025
Art direction across digital, print and live communication for an international advertising agency.
Art Director and Head of Department (Artwork & Multimedia) at UNICBLUE Kommunikation GmbH & Co. KG
August 1, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Led art direction and oversaw artwork and multimedia department in an international agency.
Designer (UI/UX, Live Kommunikation, Print) at UNICBLUE Kommunikation GmbH & Co. KG
August 1, 2015 - October 27, 2025
UI/UX design, live communications, and print design.
Designer (Websites, Apps- und Print-Design) at PPR . personality partner GmbH Agency
August 1, 2013 - October 27, 2025
Website, app and print design.
Apprenticeship as a Media Designer for Digital- & Printmedia (Concept & Visualization) at PPR . personality partner GmbH Agency
June 30, 2012 - October 27, 2025
Apprenticeship in digital and print media focusing on concept development and visualization.
Design Intern at PPR . personality partner GmbH Agency
August 1, 2009 - October 27, 2025
Internship in design.
Freelancer / Freelance Designer at Self-employed / Freelancer
January 1, 2014 - Present
Freelance designer for agencies, medium-sized businesses, manufacturing sector, and global corporations; clients included RWE, Innogy, Fresenius, Roche, Actelion, J&J, Rossmann, Atlas Copco Group, Evonik, as well as various real estate companies and IT agencies.

Education

Geprüfter Medienfachwirt (Bachelor Professional in Media) at Fachakademie Essen
August 1, 2014 - July 31, 2017
Ausbildung zum Mediengestalter at Berufskolleg Ost der Stadt Essen
August 1, 2009 - June 30, 2012
Angewandte Kommunikations- und Medienwissenschaften at Universität Duisburg-Essen
October 1, 2006 - July 31, 2008
Abitur at Don Bosco Gymnasium Essen
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2008
Studies in Applied Communication and Media Studies at University of Duisburg-Essen
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Certified Media Specialist (Bachelor Professional in Media) at Fachakademie Essen
August 1, 2014 - July 1, 2017
Apprenticeship as a Media Designer for Digital- & Printmedia (Concept & Visualization) at PPR . personality partner GmbH Agency
August 1, 2009 - June 30, 2012
Design Intern at PPR . personality partner GmbH Agency
August 1, 2008 - August 1, 2009

Qualifications

Digitale Markenstrategie - Art Directors Club Seminar
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
Fachqualifikation Ausbilder (AdA IHK)
July 1, 2014 - July 26, 2025
Intern Sales (Entwicklungsprogramm) High Performer Vertrieb
September 1, 2012 - November 30, 2012
Einführung in den Offsetdruck
January 1, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Certified Trainer Qualification (AdA IHK)
July 1, 2004 - October 27, 2025
Internal Sales (Development-Programm) High Performer Sales
September 1, 2012 - November 1, 2012
Introduction to Offset Printing (Training/Workshop)
January 1, 2010 - February 1, 2010
Digital Brand Strategy
November 1, 2017 - October 27, 2025
Trafo2 GmbH media engineering - Concept Development, Analysis and Implementation of Websites
January 1, 2003 - March 31, 2003
Digital Brand Strategy - Art Directors Club
November 1, 2017 - October 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Life Sciences
    paper Mac Planck Institute for Security and Privacy - Website Relaunch

    For the renowned Max Planck Institute, I collaborated with an agency to develop two innovative design concepts as part of a competitive pitch. The challenge was to create fresh visual impulses without losing sight of the existing corporate design. Our concepts deliberately chart a new creative direction—modern, striking, yet compatible with the established identity. In addition, we developed a concise key visual idea and execution that serves as a cohesive design element for publications and cover pages.

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