Hi, I’m Magdalena Holzmann, a visual designer and illustrator based in Berlin. I combine graphic design and illustration to tell engaging stories through visuals, layouts, and workshops. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and turning ideas into friendly, accessible creative work. I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor in Design at HDK-Valand and have completed illustration and design studies at Berghs School of Communication and Hellidens Folkhögskola, with hands-on experience from studios, festivals, and education projects.

Magdalena Holzmann

Hi, I’m Magdalena Holzmann, a visual designer and illustrator based in Berlin. I combine graphic design and illustration to tell engaging stories through visuals, layouts, and workshops. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and turning ideas into friendly, accessible creative work. I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor in Design at HDK-Valand and have completed illustration and design studies at Berghs School of Communication and Hellidens Folkhögskola, with hands-on experience from studios, festivals, and education projects.

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Hi, I’m Magdalena Holzmann, a visual designer and illustrator based in Berlin. I combine graphic design and illustration to tell engaging stories through visuals, layouts, and workshops. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and turning ideas into friendly, accessible creative work.

I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor in Design at HDK-Valand and have completed illustration and design studies at Berghs School of Communication and Hellidens Folkhögskola, with hands-on experience from studios, festivals, and education projects.

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Language

German
Fluent
Swedish
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Internship, Marketing and communications department at Göteborg Film Festival
November 30, 2024 - August 24, 2025
Assisted the marketing and communications team with graphic design and illustration projects for both digital and print media during the festival period.
Art Workshop Instructor at Kulturskolan, Gothenburg
July 31, 2024 - August 24, 2025
Organized and conducted art workshops for children focused on upcycling themes, fostering creativity and environmental awareness.
Entrance and Wardrobe Host at Pustervik, Gothenburg
June 30, 2024 - August 24, 2025
Managed entrance and wardrobe services during concerts and events, ensuring smooth guest experiences.
Preschool Substitute Teacher at Samskolan Lilla skolan, Gothenburg
August 31, 2022 - August 24, 2025
Provided substitute teaching services in preschool settings, engaging and supporting early childhood development.
Yoga Instructor at Nordic Wellness, Gothenburg
July 31, 2020 - August 24, 2025
Led yoga classes and sessions aimed at promoting health and wellness for club members.
Art Teacher, Summer Camp at Dragonfly Designs, San Francisco
July 31, 2018 - August 24, 2025
Taught art classes to children during summer camp, fostering creativity and artistic skills.
Part-time Sales Associate & Extra Staff at Levi’s Skrapan, Stockholm
March 31, 2018 - August 24, 2025
Worked as a part-time sales associate and provided additional staffing support in other Levi’s stores.
Assistant Store Manager at Carlings, Oslo
August 31, 2017 - August 24, 2025
Assisted in managing store operations, staff, and sales targets in a retail environment.
Design Internship at Nani
January 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Part-time, Content creation and graphic design
Freelance Designer
September 1, 2025 - Present
Project based work in graphic design and illustration
Part-time Sales Associate at Thehuset
March 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Part-time sales associate
Design Internship at Göteborg Film Festival
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Marketing and communications department
Art Workshop Facilitator at Kulturskolan, Gothenburg
June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Held art workshops for children with the theme of upcycling
Preschool Substitute Teacher at Samskolan Lilla skolan, Gothenburg
February 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Preschool substitute teacher
Assistant Art and Jewellery Teacher at Dragonfly Designs, San Francisco
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Assistant art and jewellery teacher at summer camp for children
Part-time Sales Associate at Levi’s Skrapan, Stockholm
October 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Part-time sales associate
Assistant Store Manager at Carlings, Oslo
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
Assistant Store Manager
Sales Associate at Thehuset
March 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Part-time sales associate
Art Workshop Leader at Kulturskolan
June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Held art workshops for children with the theme of upcycling
Preschool Substitute Teacher at Samskolan Lilla skolan
February 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Preschool substitute teacher
Assistant Art and Jewellery Teacher at Dragonfly Designs
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Assistant art and jewellery teacher at summer camp for children
Sales Associate at Levi’s Skrapan
October 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Part-time sales associate
Assistant Store Manager at Carlings
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
Assistant Store Manager

Education

Bachelor in Design at HDK–Valand (Academy of art and design)
August 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025
Illustration, online course at Berghs School of Communication
February 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Graphic Design and Illustration Techniques course at Hellidens Folkhögskola
August 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021
Independent course, 7.5 ECTS at HDK-Valand
March 1, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Specialized dance program at School of Dance and Musical Theatre, High School, Lund
August 1, 2012 - June 30, 2015
Bachelor in Design at HDK–Valand (Academy of art and design)
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025
Illustration (Online course) at Berghs School of Communication
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Graphic Design and Illustration at Hellidens Folkhögskola
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Specialized dance program at School of Dance and Musical Theatre, High School, Lund
August 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015
Bachelor in Design at HDK–Valand (Academy of art and design)
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025
Illustration course at Berghs School of Communication
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Graphic Design and Illustration at Hellidens Folkhögskola
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Specialized dance program at School of Dance and Musical Theatre, High School, Lund
August 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015
Bachelor in Design at HDK–Valand (Academy of art and design)
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025
Illustration, online course at Berghs School of Communication
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Graphic Design and Illustration at Hellidens Folkhögskola
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Specialized dance program at School of Dance and Musical Theatre, High School, Lund
August 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other