I am Christina Hrdlicka, a freelance creative director with a unique background that spans independent practice and agency environments. With 10+ years of experience in communication, fashion, and brand design, I specialize in bridging gaps between design disciplines and leading multidisciplinary teams across projects. As founder of Kalissi (Vienna / London) I oversee creative direction, branding and strategic concepting, delivering cohesive visual identities and campaigns for diverse clients. I thrive on turning complex briefs into clear, compelling solutions and collaborating with partners to bring ideas to life.

Christina Hrdlicka

I am Christina Hrdlicka, a freelance creative director with a unique background that spans independent practice and agency environments. With 10+ years of experience in communication, fashion, and brand design, I specialize in bridging gaps between design disciplines and leading multidisciplinary teams across projects. As founder of Kalissi (Vienna / London) I oversee creative direction, branding and strategic concepting, delivering cohesive visual identities and campaigns for diverse clients. I thrive on turning complex briefs into clear, compelling solutions and collaborating with partners to bring ideas to life.

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I am Christina Hrdlicka, a freelance creative director with a unique background that spans independent practice and agency environments. With 10+ years of experience in communication, fashion, and brand design, I specialize in bridging gaps between design disciplines and leading multidisciplinary teams across projects.

As founder of Kalissi (Vienna / London) I oversee creative direction, branding and strategic concepting, delivering cohesive visual identities and campaigns for diverse clients. I thrive on turning complex briefs into clear, compelling solutions and collaborating with partners to bring ideas to life.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Creative Director
January 1, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Freelance creative direction across branding, fashion and communications; lead multidisciplinary projects for clients and own ventures; strategic concepting and design leadership.
Founder & Creative Director at Kalissi
January 1, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Founder & Creative Director at Kalissi (Vienna / London); oversee brand design, creative direction and business development for fashion and lifestyle projects.
Senior Graphic Designer at KTHE
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Senior Graphic Designer contributing to visual identities, layouts and campaigns for clients in Vienna.
Co-Founder & Creative Director at LARVEREI
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Co-Founder & Creative Director leading creative direction and brand development for the Vienna-based studio.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Freelance graphic designer and photographer; provided branding, print, digital design, photography and production support.

Education

Master of Arts / Mag. Art at University for Applied Arts Vienna (Angewandte)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
A-Level Diploma: Textile Design at HTL Spengergasse Vienna
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail