With an unconventional background spanning architecture and production design, I've cultivated expertise across diverse creative landscapes from Paris to Berlin. I approach each project with deep appreciation for both narrative and craft.\n\nMy perspective balances human-centered design with meticulous attention to detail, creating multi-layered visual experiences. While deeply rooted in creative principles, I embrace bold experimentation and eagerly explore uncharted territories in design, always in pursuit of timeless, authentic beauty.

Julie Mons Catoni

With an unconventional background spanning architecture and production design, I've cultivated expertise across diverse creative landscapes from Paris to Berlin. I approach each project with deep appreciation for both narrative and craft.\n\nMy perspective balances human-centered design with meticulous attention to detail, creating multi-layered visual experiences. While deeply rooted in creative principles, I embrace bold experimentation and eagerly explore uncharted territories in design, always in pursuit of timeless, authentic beauty.

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With an unconventional background spanning architecture and production design, I’ve cultivated expertise across diverse creative landscapes from Paris to Berlin. I approach each project with deep appreciation for both narrative and craft.\n\nMy perspective balances human-centered design with meticulous attention to detail, creating multi-layered visual experiences. While deeply rooted in creative principles, I embrace bold experimentation and eagerly explore uncharted territories in design, always in pursuit of timeless, authentic beauty.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Director at Balance Festival
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Transformed a high-traffic Berlin location into a cohesive 600-capacity Biergarten; developed brand identity and multi-event concepts; led cross-cultural collaboration and delivered comprehensive spatial design visuals.
Architect / Stage Designer at Tempelgarten / Garbicz Festival
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Engineered phased development strategy from temporary pop-up to permanent establishment; designed modular infrastructure (200 sqm bar and flexible seating) and delivered stage redesign within two weeks; coordinated cross-departmental teams.
Designer & Artist at Waking Life Festival
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led festival design and artistic direction; coordinated cross-cultural workflows; produced multi-disciplinary spatial concepts across events in Poland.

Education

Plastic arts prep school at Atelier de Sevres - Paris
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Masters degree in Architecture at National School of Architecture Paris - Malaquais
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Movie set management training at Franck Schwarz (ADC) - Courts-on, Paris
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality