Hi, I’m Gertje Klack Ellenbogen, a designer from Hamburg, Germany with a strong background in graphic design and visual communication. Over the years I’ve shaped brands and visual identities for international clients, blending strategic thinking with hands-on design. I’m seeking a flexible, project-based role and enjoy collaborating across print, web, and product development. I bring a collaborative mindset, curiosity, and a commitment to delivering compelling visuals.…

Gertje Klack Ellenbogen

Hi, I’m Gertje Klack Ellenbogen, a designer from Hamburg, Germany with a strong background in graphic design and visual communication. Over the years I’ve shaped brands and visual identities for international clients, blending strategic thinking with hands-on design. I’m seeking a flexible, project-based role and enjoy collaborating across print, web, and product development. I bring a collaborative mindset, curiosity, and a commitment to delivering compelling visuals.…

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Hi, I’m Gertje Klack Ellenbogen, a designer from Hamburg, Germany with a strong background in graphic design and visual communication. Over the years I’ve shaped brands and visual identities for international clients, blending strategic thinking with hands-on design.

I’m seeking a flexible, project-based role and enjoy collaborating across print, web, and product development. I bring a collaborative mindset, curiosity, and a commitment to delivering compelling visuals.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Director & Co-Founder at SOQA – A female first football brand
July 1, 2021 - Present
Brand development, creative direction, visual identities and digital products; product development (apparel, equipment); photoshoots; UX/UI for Shopify
Creative Director & Co-Founder at SOQA – A female first football brand
July 1, 2021 - Present
Brand development, creative direction, visual identities and digital products, product development (apparel, equipment), photoshoots, UX/UI for Shopify.
Head of Design at Ueli club – Oral Healthcare Startup
June 30, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Creative direction; brand identities and digital products; product development (toothbrushes); UX/UI for WordPress
Head of Design at ueli.club – Oral Healthcare Startup
June 1, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Creative direction, brand identities and digital products, product development (toothbrushes), UX/UI for WordPress.
Freelance Designer & Art Director at Self-employed / Freelance Designer & Art Director
January 1, 2005 - Present
Creative projects across print, web, and branding for international clients across various industries
Freelance Designer & Art Director at Self-employed / Freelance Designer & Art Director
January 1, 2005 - Present
Creative projects across print, web, and branding for international clients across various industries.
Art Director at PPM – Communications
December 31, 2004 - September 10, 2025
Creative direction; corporate design project management; editorial concepts; corporate publishing; graphic design
Art Director at PPM – Communications
December 1, 2004 - September 10, 2025
Creative direction, corporate design project management, editorial concepts, corporate publishing, graphic design.
Junior Art Director at Grey – Advertising Agency
March 31, 2002 - September 10, 2025
Creation and execution of advertising campaigns; graphic design; direct marketing
Junior Art Director at Grey – Advertising Agency
March 1, 2002 - September 10, 2025
Creation and execution of advertising campaigns, graphic design, direct marketing.
Graphic Designer at Baschnegger Ammann Casagranda – Advertising Agency
September 30, 2000 - September 10, 2025
Graphic design
Graphic Designer at Baschnegger Ammann Casagranda – Advertising Agency
September 1, 2000 - September 10, 2025
Graphic design.

Education

Master's Degree in Design at Kunstschule Wandsbek, Hamburg
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999
Master’s Degree in Design at Kunstschule Wandsbek, Hamburg
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail, Education

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Experience Level