As an Art Director and Graphic Designer, I shape campaigns across luxury, lifestyle, and cultural sectors. I translate concepts into cohesive visual systems for print, digital, and experiential touchpoints, from initial idea to production-ready assets. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to craft aspirational storytelling that respects brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries. My practice spans brand development, art direction, editorial design, and production workflow. I thrive under tight deadlines and enjoy mentoring teams, exploring fashion, contemporary culture, photography, and brand storytelling in every project.

Gregor Schönborn

As an Art Director and Graphic Designer, I shape campaigns across luxury, lifestyle, and cultural sectors. I translate concepts into cohesive visual systems for print, digital, and experiential touchpoints, from initial idea to production-ready assets. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to craft aspirational storytelling that respects brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries. My practice spans brand development, art direction, editorial design, and production workflow. I thrive under tight deadlines and enjoy mentoring teams, exploring fashion, contemporary culture, photography, and brand storytelling in every project.

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As an Art Director and Graphic Designer, I shape campaigns across luxury, lifestyle, and cultural sectors. I translate concepts into cohesive visual systems for print, digital, and experiential touchpoints, from initial idea to production-ready assets. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to craft aspirational storytelling that respects brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries.

My practice spans brand development, art direction, editorial design, and production workflow. I thrive under tight deadlines and enjoy mentoring teams, exploring fashion, contemporary culture, photography, and brand storytelling in every project.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Audemars Piguet
January 1, 2023 - Present
Created campaign visuals and communication assets across print and digital channels for luxury launches, events, and collaborations. Collaborated closely with brand and marketing teams to ensure aspirational, visually consistent execution across consumer touchpoints. Worked within global brand guidelines while contributing to elevated lifestyle storytelling and premium visual experiences.
Freelance Designer at Fondation Privée des HUG
January 1, 2023 - Present
Created concept-driven campaign visuals and communication tools for Geneva’s public hospital foundation.
Lead Graphic Designer at Grand Théâtre de Genève
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Developed and executed cross-channel campaigns across print, digital, and social platforms. Translated conceptual ideas into scalable visual systems and production-ready assets. Collaborated with communications, marketing, and external production partners to deliver high-quality audience-facing content under deadline-driven conditions.
Art Director at SCHEZ
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Led campaign development and visual communication projects for institutional and cultural clients. Developed concept-driven visuals and storytelling systems across print, digital, and motion-oriented formats. Worked closely with clients and collaborators from briefing through execution while ensuring strong visual consistency and production quality.
Designer at Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013
Developed communication materials including campaign visuals, publications, editorial layouts, and event collateral. Responsible for typography systems, image refinement, and preparation of final production files across multiple touchpoints.

Education

Diplôme Designer HES at ECAL – École Cantonale d'Art de Lausanne
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Course Certificate for Trainers in Companies at Course Certificate for Trainers in Companies
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Abitur at Deutsche Schule Genf
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998

Qualifications

Diplôme Designer HES
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Course Certificate for Trainers in Companies
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Abitur
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other