I am an experienced Art and Creative Director as well as Marketing Consultant based in Austria. With a diverse background spanning over three decades, I have worked across various industries including automotive, pharma, fashion, and real estate. My passion lies in creative marketing concepts, brand building, and delivering impactful client communications, which I approach with a strategic and innovative mindset. I enjoy collaborating with clients and teams to develop unique solutions that meet business goals while fostering creativity. Whether it’s leading marketing strategies or directing creative projects, I bring a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to everything I do, and I’m always eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities to grow.

Olaf Konn

I am an experienced Art and Creative Director as well as Marketing Consultant based in Austria. With a diverse background spanning over three decades, I have worked across various industries including automotive, pharma, fashion, and real estate. My passion lies in creative marketing concepts, brand building, and delivering impactful client communications, which I approach with a strategic and innovative mindset. I enjoy collaborating with clients and teams to develop unique solutions that meet business goals while fostering creativity. Whether it’s leading marketing strategies or directing creative projects, I bring a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to everything I do, and I’m always eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities to grow.

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I am an experienced Art and Creative Director as well as Marketing Consultant based in Austria. With a diverse background spanning over three decades, I have worked across various industries including automotive, pharma, fashion, and real estate. My passion lies in creative marketing concepts, brand building, and delivering impactful client communications, which I approach with a strategic and innovative mindset.

I enjoy collaborating with clients and teams to develop unique solutions that meet business goals while fostering creativity. Whether it’s leading marketing strategies or directing creative projects, I bring a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to everything I do, and I’m always eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities to grow.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced
Russian
Beginner

Work Experience

Head of Marketing at Triotronik GmbH
January 31, 2025 - July 16, 2025
Managing marketing initiatives and campaigns for Triotronik GmbH, coordinating marketing communications and strategic planning in the healthcare technology sector.
Head of Marketing at TRIOTRONIK Computer und Netzwerktechnik GmbH
January 31, 2025 - July 16, 2025
Managed all marketing agendas including creative direction, content creation, branding, conception, and strategy.
Head Of Marketing at Stadtquartier Real Estate Group
May 31, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Handled all marketing agendas and developed new branding and corporate design for the STADTQUARTIER Real Estate Group.
Head of Marketing at Stadtquartier Real Estate Group
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Leading marketing efforts for the Stadtquartier Real Estate Group in Vienna, overseeing strategy development, brand positioning, and communication to enhance market presence and client engagement.
Art & Creative Director at ROI-EFESO
December 31, 2021 - July 16, 2025
Supported brand and marketing strategies with artistic direction and creative consultancy over projects in Munich and Berlin.
Geschäftsführer / CEO at AERASER TECHNOLOGIES GmbH
November 30, 2021 - July 16, 2025
Directed development, production, and sales of innovative room air purifiers reducing aerosols up to 99.95% indoors.
Freelance Creative Director & Marketing Consultant at BILTON
September 30, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Developed brand concepts, brand building, creative and art direction, idea management, graphic and web design, and catalogue concepts.
Freelance Head Of Marketing at Lanner Bros.
March 31, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Managed marketing for multiple brands including MACCHIARTE, led project management, creative direction, budgeting, marketing analysis, brand building and positioning, graphic and corporate design, and strategic marketing.
Creative Director at Michael Pachleitner Group
December 31, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Directed creative marketing campaigns and branding initiatives for the Michael Pachleitner Group in Graz.
Freelance Creative Director & Marketing Consultant at PROLICHT
December 31, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Conducted marketing analysis, concept and planning, brand building and positioning, led marketing and design teams, and handled graphic, packaging, corporate design and composings.
Freelance Creative Director & Marketing Consultant at Michael Pachleitner Group
August 31, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Developed marketing and communication strategies, brand concepts and building, creative and art direction, idea management, text concepts, corporate design, graphic design, and illustrations.
Head of Marketing & Communications at XAL Group
December 31, 2015 - July 16, 2025
Led marketing and communications strategies for XAL Group and associated brands to enhance market position.
Head of Marketing & Communications at XAL
July 31, 2015 - July 16, 2025
Managed marketing for 4 brands (XAL, Wever & Ducre, VITEO, XTEC), led a 12-member marketing team, project management, creative direction, conception, budget planning and administration, and strategic marketing.
Creative Director KTM-COMM-TEAM at Kiska
December 31, 2013 - July 16, 2025
Steered creative direction for KTM communications, focusing on brand consistency and innovative marketing approaches.
Creative Director und Teamleiter KTM-Communication at KISKA
May 31, 2013 - July 16, 2025
Handled text and conceptualization of communication tools, led KTM communication team, creative and art direction, graphic design, and corporate wording process.
Creative Director at Silberball
December 31, 2011 - July 16, 2025
Directed creative efforts for Silberball in Salzburg and Bregenz, focusing on campaign development and brand building.
Creative Director at SchindlerParent
December 31, 2010 - July 16, 2025
Managed creative and marketing projects across multiple platforms ensuring high-quality output.
Creative Director at Adwerba
December 31, 2008 - July 16, 2025
Oversaw creative teams and developed marketing strategies for clients in various sectors.
Creative Director at Trio Group
December 31, 2006 - July 16, 2025
Led the creative direction and development of marketing campaigns that aligned with client vision and business goals.
Event Manager at Dr. Rath B.V.
December 31, 2003 - July 16, 2025
Organized and managed corporate events, trade shows, and promotional sessions supporting brand initiatives for Dr. Rath B.V.
Art Director at Dorland, Grey Network
December 31, 2001 - July 16, 2025
Directed creative projects and art direction at Grey Network, managing design teams and overseeing advertising campaigns.
Marketing Consultant at Amusement Park Spreepark Berlin
December 31, 1996 - July 16, 2025
Provided marketing consultancy services focusing on promotional activities, market analysis, and competitor strategies to enhance park attendance and profitability.
Visual Merchandiser at Department Store Karstadt am Hermannplatz
December 31, 1992 - July 16, 2025
Designed layouts and product displays to attract customers and improve the shopping experience at Karstadt department store in Berlin.
Freelance Creative Director & Marketing Consultant at ADWERBA, DORLAND, GREY, SCHINDLERPARENT, TBWA, TRIO, ROI, Stadtquartier Real Estate, TRIOTRONIK
March 1, 1992 - Present
Provided marketing consultancy, brand concepts, creative and art direction, idea management, editorial and web design, social media campaigns, catalogue concept, copywriting, project management, and print production across multiple locations including Berlin, Mannheim, Almelo, Salzburg, Graz, Wien, and Allerheiligen.
Freelance Art & Creative Director & Marketing Consultant at Various Clients
January 1, 1992 - Present
Providing freelance creative direction and marketing consultancy services to multiple companies across Austria and Germany.
Visual Merchandiser at Department Store Centrum am Alex
December 31, 1989 - July 16, 2025
Created visual merchandising displays to enhance store aesthetics and promote product sales in a high-profile Berlin department store.

Education

Bachelor's degree at Universität der Künste Berlin
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2000
Professional Academy of Retail at Professional Academy of Retail Berlin
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2001
University Study at University of Fine Arts Berlin
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1989

Qualifications

Idea Management 'Catch the Big Idea'
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Neuromarketing 'Lymbic Pitch'
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Leadership
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Social Media for Companies
March 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Computers & Electronics