My name is Wouter Thys, a designer from Antwerp specialized in product design and graphic design. With years of experience in the industry, I help companies and entrepreneurs turn their ideas into strong, well-thought-out designs. I guide projects from concept to final result. This can range from the full development of 3D products to designing logos, posters, brand books, and complete visual identities. My goal is not only to create something visually appealing, but to design work that truly supports your brand and tells your story. I strongly believe in a personal approach and close collaboration, ensuring that every project is developed with care, quality, and attention to detail. I look forward to working together. Feel free to contact me personally to discuss your project! — Wouter Thys…

Wouter Thys

My name is Wouter Thys, a designer from Antwerp specialized in product design and graphic design. With years of experience in the industry, I help companies and entrepreneurs turn their ideas into strong, well-thought-out designs. I guide projects from concept to final result. This can range from the full development of 3D products to designing logos, posters, brand books, and complete visual identities. My goal is not only to create something visually appealing, but to design work that truly supports your brand and tells your story. I strongly believe in a personal approach and close collaboration, ensuring that every project is developed with care, quality, and attention to detail. I look forward to working together. Feel free to contact me personally to discuss your project! — Wouter Thys…

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My name is Wouter Thys, a designer from Antwerp specialized in product design and graphic design. With years of experience in the industry, I help companies and entrepreneurs turn their ideas into strong, well-thought-out designs.

I guide projects from concept to final result. This can range from the full development of 3D products to designing logos, posters, brand books, and complete visual identities. My goal is not only to create something visually appealing, but to design work that truly supports your brand and tells your story.

I strongly believe in a personal approach and close collaboration, ensuring that every project is developed with care, quality, and attention to detail.

I look forward to working together.
Feel free to contact me personally to discuss your project!

— Wouter Thys

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Electro mechanic (Internship) at VAN HOOL
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Mechanical, electrical design & manufacturing of a measurement marking table for bus exhausts.
Bicycle Repair & Sales at Decathlon
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Responsible for bike repair & bike (accessories) sales.
Product Developer at Helicus
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Development of an autonomous drone inspection system for offshore windturbines, including an inspection module, autonomous charging and cleaning system.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Webly
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Designing logos and folders for clients of the webdesign company Webly.
Automotive Designer at Zenith Graphics
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Design and development of automotive stickers, parts and customization products. Working together with marketing and development department from market-leading automotive brands.

Education

Electro mechanics at GITHO high school
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Product Development at University of Antwerp
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Master of Product Development at University of Antwerp
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
European Project Semester at UPV Valencia (Universitat Politècnica de València)
January 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022

Qualifications

Driver's License (Category B)
January 11, 2030 - April 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods
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