I am a designer from Munich specialized in branding and packaging design. I have over 25 years' experience and passion for developing and designing brands, and I spent over seven years working with my own craft beer brand, gaining valuable insights into the drinks industry and both on- and off-premises markets. This enables me to be an excellent creative partner in developing and designing effective brands and products. I am already curious about your project and look forward to getting to know you. Marc Gallo Senior Designer…

Marc Gallo

I am a designer from Munich specialized in branding and packaging design. I have over 25 years' experience and passion for developing and designing brands, and I spent over seven years working with my own craft beer brand, gaining valuable insights into the drinks industry and both on- and off-premises markets. This enables me to be an excellent creative partner in developing and designing effective brands and products. I am already curious about your project and look forward to getting to know you. Marc Gallo Senior Designer…

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I am a designer from Munich specialized in branding and packaging design.

I have over 25 years’ experience and passion for developing and designing brands, and I spent over seven years working with my own craft beer brand, gaining valuable insights into the drinks industry and both on- and off-premises markets. This enables me to be an excellent creative partner in developing and designing effective brands and products.

I am already curious about your project and look forward to getting to know you.

Marc Gallo
Senior Designer

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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Owner & Managing Director at Hopfmeister Braumanufaktur
December 31, 2023 - October 10, 2025
Owner and managing director responsible for brand development, product design, packaging and overall strategic direction for premium beer brand Hopfmeister, Munich.
Independent Creative Director at Gallo Design
January 1, 2001 - Present
Independent Creative Director delivering brand identity, packaging, print and web design projects for a variety of clients in Munich.
Art Director at Open Planet Solutions AG
December 31, 2001 - October 10, 2025
Art Director responsible for concept, visual identity and design direction across multiple media.
Graphic Designer at ZERO advertising agency
December 31, 2000 - October 10, 2025
Graphic designer focused on brand and print design for advertising campaigns.
Communication Designer
December 31, 1998 - October 10, 2025
Independent work as Communication Designer focusing on visual communication and branding.
Co-owner / Founder
December 31, 1995 - October 10, 2025
Co-founded a sportswear company including screen printing and retail operations.
Intern at Serviceplan
January 31, 1996 - October 10, 2025
Advertising agency internship (6 weeks).
Surf Instructor and Entertainer at Lobos Bahia Club / Fuerteventura
December 31, 1992 - October 10, 2025
Surf instruction and entertainment work on Fuerteventura.
1/3 Partner at Advertising and Design Agency ICM GbR
December 31, 1991 - October 10, 2025
Partnership in an advertising and design agency.
Intern at Blue Planet
December 31, 1993 - October 10, 2025
Internship in screen printing (Fuerteventura).
Intern at O.K. Meyer
December 31, 1992 - October 10, 2025
Internship at prepress company.

Education

Dipl. Graphic Designer (FH) at Fachhochschule München
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998
Economics (Business Administration) at University of Augsburg ‚Der Kanzler‘
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1993
General Qualification for University at Finsterwalder Gymnasium, Rosenheim
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1991
General Qualification for University at Gymnasium Bad Aibling
January 1, 1982 - December 31, 1985
Elementary and Middle School at Feldkirchen - Westerham
January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1982

Qualifications

Diploma for Beer Sommelier
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Schwanthaler Kunstschule
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1993
Beer Sommelier Diploma
January 1, 2014 - October 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail
    uniE621 Can design for JEVER
    The new collector's edition from the classic German Pilsner beer brand JEVER shows the postcard motifs of the 12 most important North Sea islands with their most famous landmarks and sights. Marc Gallo illustrated the cans for all fans and lovers of this traditional beer with its strong character with a great deal of effort, research and attention to detail. graphicdesigner illustrator artdirector…
    uniE621 Packaging design of Cola Mix by KIRNER
    The Cola Mix by Kirner is taking the German Saarland by storm. The small stubby bottle with its retro design is simply sexy and also impresses with its inner values. The Cola Mix tastes simply refreshing and lets you party the night away. artdirection graphicdesign photography 3d ai…
    uniE621 Everything for HOPFMEISTER
    After little movement in the German beer market in international comparison, the Craft Beer Revolution did finally arrive in 2014 in Germany. As a 100% subsidiary of Gallo Design, Hopfmeister is our heart project where we have taken all matters into our own hands. From the idea to the recipes to the finished bottle - all in one go. Cheers! naming productdesign packaging logo artdirection creativedirection graphicdesign illustration photography marketing…
    uniE621 Logo and packaging design for ERNTEGLÜCK
    Relaunch of the popular Ernteglück juices on the occasion of bottling in Elopak. We have further developed the watercolor look in the direction of naturalistic fruit and landscape images with a retro touch. The whole thing now looks somehow familiar, but is clearly different from the competition. Simply fresh, fruity and light. Oh yes, and we also touched the logo and added a waving leaf as a frame to the lettering, which remains versatile depending on the packaging as the texture adapts to the packaging like a chameleon and can therefore move with the times ... packaging artdirector logo graphicdesign…
    uniE621 Brand, print and web design for DROSS&SCHAFFER Group
    Uncompromisingly aligned with the wishes of its customers and expert in consultation, Dross & Schaffer has been presenting itself for many years at their Munich headquarters. Based on the strategic realignment, we accompanied the kitchen space outfitter into a new era. The exciting task at hand: To unify the different disciplines from online communication to interior architecture into a cohesive brand experience. branddesign printdesign webdesign interiordesign logo graphicdesign…
    uniE621 New beer brand concept for KIRNER
    Concept, naming, brand and packaging design of the new beer specialty by Kirner - the Hunsrücker Hell is a declaration of love to one of the most wonderful regions in the country, captured in a refreshing and unique taste experience. From gentle hills to wild river valleys, Hunsrücker Hell embodies the full beauty and diversity of a unique region. graphicdesigner artdirector branding logo packing…
    paper Collectors series for JEVER

    Concept and Design for the classic German Pilsner beer brand JEVER.