Christoph Gey

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Hi, I’m Christoph Gey, a freelance Creative Director and Art Director blending branding, UI/UX, and design systems to craft impactful digital products.

About

Hi, I’m Christoph Gey, a freelance Creative Director and Art Director blending branding, UI/UX, and design systems to craft impactful digital products. With 15+ years of experience working with global brands like Audi, Volvo, and the Bundesliga’s DFL Digital Sports, I bridge high-level vision with pixel-perfect execution. I don’t just design interfaces—I build scalable design systems and intuitive digital experiences that resonate.

I’m hands-on and strategically focused, guiding creative direction while staying close to the design process. I speak the language of developers to ensure ideas translate into fast, high-quality code and delightful user experiences, even under tight timelines. I work with global players, family-owned businesses, and visionary individuals who lead with passion for their brand.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined June 2026

Languages

  • GermanFluent
  • EnglishAdvanced
  • FrenchBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Government
  • Retail
  • Transportation & Logistics

Work experience· 26 roles

Freelance Creative & Art Director (UI/UX) | Brand Identity Specialist · Ringier Sports Media GroupJan 2025 – Mar 2026 · 1 yr 3 mos

Corporate design development and branding work for Ringier Sports Media Group; involved in multiple pitches and brand material.

Freelance Creative & Art Director (UI/UX) | Brand Identity Specialist · DynApr 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 8 mos

Created Digital Branding / Corporate Design including a Pattern Library for a streaming platform and B2B portal, plus website and landing pages.

External Senior UI/UX Designer, Art Director and Illustrator (Freelance) · DFL Digital Sports GmbHMar 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 9 mos

Introduced a design system and pattern library to accelerate product development; enhanced the Official Bundesliga App and Fantasy Manager App; focused on accessibility, intuitive navigation, and new features to improve usage.

Freelance Creative & Art Director (UI/UX) | Brand Identity Specialist · KRÜGER GROUPNov 2019 – Sep 2020 · 11 mos
Freelance Senior Art Director, UI/UX Designer & Illustrator · AXAJun 2019 – Apr 2020 · 11 mos
Freelance Creative & Art Director (UI/UX) | Brand Identity Specialist · Ca Go BikeJun 2019 – Oct 2020 · 1 yr 5 mos
Freelance Senior User Experience Designer · getAir GmbHMay 2019 – Dec 2019 · 8 mos
Freelance Senior Art Director, UI/UX Designer & Illustrator · Cheil Germany GmbHJan 2019 – Mar 2019 · 3 mos

Education· 5

Bachelor, Graphic Design · Middlesex University2011 – 2012
Diploma, Graphic Design · Kölner Design Akademie2009 – 2011
Logo Design Masterclass · Sagi Haviv2021
Graphic Design Masterclass · David Carson2021

Certifications and awards

Logo Design Masterclass2021
Graphic Design Masterclass2021
Business Strategy & Leadership Masterclass2022

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