Hi, I’m Daniel Gerhard Holc, a German-born graphic designer, illustrator and video editor currently based in Mallorca, Spain. My creative journey began at age 15 in Bergheim’s punk and alternative scene, where I taught myself graphic design and music, cutting and pasting flyers, posters and album artwork with Xerox, cutters, ink pens and glue—embracing a DIY ethos influenced by 80s American hardcore culture. After moving to Hamburg to pursue art studies, I built a career as a designer and art director, eventually founding Designbaustelle to serve the music industry. Since 2011 I’ve been with DPNY in Palma de Mallorca, designing web shops, managing online communications and redesigning product packaging. I’ve kept an out-of-the-box, minimalistic approach across both commercial projects and pure art pieces.

Daniel Gerhard Holc

Hi, I’m Daniel Gerhard Holc, a German-born graphic designer, illustrator and video editor currently based in Mallorca, Spain. My creative journey began at age 15 in Bergheim’s punk and alternative scene, where I taught myself graphic design and music, cutting and pasting flyers, posters and album artwork with Xerox, cutters, ink pens and glue—embracing a DIY ethos influenced by 80s American hardcore culture. After moving to Hamburg to pursue art studies, I built a career as a designer and art director, eventually founding Designbaustelle to serve the music industry. Since 2011 I’ve been with DPNY in Palma de Mallorca, designing web shops, managing online communications and redesigning product packaging. I’ve kept an out-of-the-box, minimalistic approach across both commercial projects and pure art pieces.

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Hi, I’m Daniel Gerhard Holc, a German-born graphic designer, illustrator and video editor currently based in Mallorca, Spain. My creative journey began at age 15 in Bergheim’s punk and alternative scene, where I taught myself graphic design and music, cutting and pasting flyers, posters and album artwork with Xerox, cutters, ink pens and glue—embracing a DIY ethos influenced by 80s American hardcore culture.

After moving to Hamburg to pursue art studies, I built a career as a designer and art director, eventually founding Designbaustelle to serve the music industry. Since 2011 I’ve been with DPNY in Palma de Mallorca, designing web shops, managing online communications and redesigning product packaging. I’ve kept an out-of-the-box, minimalistic approach across both commercial projects and pure art pieces.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Web Designer, Graphic Designer, Product Designer at DPNY
February 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Designed web-based shops, oversaw online communications, and redesigned product packaging; collaborated on identity and product experiences for clients including Medicom, Vitalia, Hotel Lindner, Gelpell and others.
Web Designer, Graphic Designer, Product Designer at DPNY
February 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Clients: MEDICOM, Vitalia, Hotel Lindner, Gelpell, Feel, and others
Web Designer, Graphic Designer, Product Designer at DPNY
February 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Designing web-based shops, managing online communications, and redesigning product packaging; also contributing as graphic designer and product designer with video editing responsibilities.
Web Designer, Graphic Designer, Product Designer at DPNY
February 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Full-time role focused on designing web-based shops, managing online communications, and redesigning product packaging. Clients served include MEDICOM, Vitalia, Hotel Lindner, Gelpell, and Feel among others.
Founder / Creative Director at Designbaustelle
August 1, 2002 - Present
Founded own studio offering design services to the music industry; conceived branding, packaging, web and print solutions with a DIY, minimalistic approach.
Art Director at Kabel New Media
August 1, 2002 - October 3, 2025
Directed multimedia design for MINI and BMW campaigns; responsible for interface and promotional materials; delivered strong visual identity across web and print.
Founder / Owner at Designbaustelle
August 1, 2002 - Present
Clients: Gum-Club, Lado Music, Universal, EFA Medien, Warner Brothers, Finlandia, RCA, and many more
Art Director at Kabel New Media
August 1, 2002 - October 3, 2025
Clients: MINI, BMW
Founder / Creative Lead at Designbaustelle
August 1, 2002 - Present
Founded design studio focusing on music industry projects, branding, web, packaging, and promotional materials for clients such as Gum-Club, Lado Music, Universal, EFA Medien, Warner Brothers, Finlandia, RCA, and many more.
Art Director at Kabel New Media
August 1, 2002 - October 3, 2025
Art Director shaping MINI and BMW web and multimedia projects.
Founder / Designer at Designbaustelle
August 1, 2002 - Present
Founded and managed own design agency specializing mainly in the music industry. Delivered creative graphic design, illustration, and video editing services for clients such as Universal, Warner Brothers, RCA, and others while maintaining a minimalist and innovative approach.
Art Director at Kabel New Media
August 1, 2002 - August 26, 2025
Art Director for high-profile clients including MINI and BMW. Won the Silver Lion award in 2001 for outstanding work on the mini.com website, demonstrating excellence in digital design and multimedia.
Art Director at Buch New Media Hamburg
August 1, 2001 - October 3, 2025
Developed concepts and design for online campaigns and multimedia projects; collaborated with clients including Stiftung Alsterdorf and KIA Motors; delivered branding, websites and promotional materials.
Art Director at Buch New Media Hamburg
August 1, 2001 - October 3, 2025
Clients: Stiftung Alsterdorf, KIA Motors
Art Director at Buch New Media Hamburg
August 1, 2001 - October 3, 2025
Art Director delivering design and multimedia concepts for Stiftung Alsterdorf and KIA Motors.
Art Director at Buch New Media Hamburg
August 1, 2001 - August 26, 2025
Served as Art Director contributing to projects for clients such as Stiftung Alsterdorf and KIA Motors. Achieved high-quality multimedia and graphic design work in a professional environment.
Art Director at TMG Werbung Hamburg
August 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025
Led concept and creative execution for campaigns for clients such as Scorpio Konzertagentur, Westerland Sylt, and Docks & Prinzenbar Hamburg. Responsible for visual identity, print and digital materials, and cross-channel design workflows.
Art Director at TMG Werbung Hamburg
August 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025
Clients: Scorpio Konzertagentur, Westerland Sylt, Docks & Prinzenbar Hamburg
Art Director at TMG Werbung Hamburg
August 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025
Art Director responsible for design and concept development for clients including Scorpio Konzertagentur, Westerland Sylt, and Docks & Prinzenbar Hamburg.
Art Director at TMG Werbung Hamburg
August 1, 2000 - August 26, 2025
Worked as an Art Director handling clients including Scorpio Konzertagentur, Westerland Sylt, and Docks & Prinzenbar Hamburg. Gained early professional experience developing creative solutions for multimedia and communication projects.

Education

Master - Kommunikations Designer at Hamburger Technische Kunstschule
September 1, 1998 - September 1, 2001
Master - Kommunikations Design at Hamburger Technische Kunstschule
September 1, 1998 - September 1, 2001
Master - Kommunikations Designer at Hamburger Technische Kunstschule
September 1, 1998 - September 1, 2001
Master - Kommunikations Designer at Hamburger Technische Kunstschule
September 1, 1998 - September 1, 2001

Qualifications

Master - Kommunikations Design
September 1, 1998 - September 1, 2001

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Manufacturing