As a freelance graphic designer, I’ve had the opportunity to work across a wide range of creative projects. At the agency s2r.gmbh, I develop visual identities for urban develop-ment initiatives and support them with bespoke communication materials. I’ve also created websites, posters, and visual reports for artists, designers, and cultural institutions. From 2022 to mid-2023, I worked as a graphic designer and art director at Reportagen magazine, where I deepened my expertise in editorial design and gained hands-on experience in publishing and print production. During my studies, I learned to approach every project with a content-driven mindset. I enjoy diving deep into complex topics and uncovering what makes each one unique, in order to translate it into a thoughtful and innovative design concept. I’m just as comfortable working independently as I am in a team—structured, reliable, and always aiming for smooth, productive collaboration. I enjoy creating to-do lists, documenting processes, and streamlining workflows. Whether brainstorming with a team or working directly with clients, I approach my work with flexibility, efficiency, and openness to feedback.

Vera Rijks

As a freelance graphic designer, I’ve had the opportunity to work across a wide range of creative projects. At the agency s2r.gmbh, I develop visual identities for urban develop-ment initiatives and support them with bespoke communication materials. I’ve also created websites, posters, and visual reports for artists, designers, and cultural institutions. From 2022 to mid-2023, I worked as a graphic designer and art director at Reportagen magazine, where I deepened my expertise in editorial design and gained hands-on experience in publishing and print production. During my studies, I learned to approach every project with a content-driven mindset. I enjoy diving deep into complex topics and uncovering what makes each one unique, in order to translate it into a thoughtful and innovative design concept. I’m just as comfortable working independently as I am in a team—structured, reliable, and always aiming for smooth, productive collaboration. I enjoy creating to-do lists, documenting processes, and streamlining workflows. Whether brainstorming with a team or working directly with clients, I approach my work with flexibility, efficiency, and openness to feedback.

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As a freelance graphic designer, I’ve had the opportunity to work across a wide range of creative projects. At the agency s2r.gmbh, I develop visual identities for urban develop-ment initiatives and support them with bespoke communication materials. I’ve also created websites, posters, and visual reports for artists, designers, and cultural institutions. From 2022 to mid-2023, I worked as a graphic designer and art director at Reportagen magazine, where I deepened my expertise in editorial design and gained hands-on experience in publishing and print production.

During my studies, I learned to approach every project with a content-driven mindset. I enjoy diving deep into complex topics and uncovering what makes each one unique, in order to translate it into a thoughtful and innovative design concept. I’m just as comfortable working independently as I am in a team—structured, reliable, and always aiming for smooth, productive collaboration. I enjoy creating to-do lists, documenting processes, and streamlining workflows. Whether brainstorming with a team or working directly with clients, I approach my work with flexibility, efficiency, and openness to feedback.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
Dutch
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer and Art Director at Reportagen Magazine
December 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Freelance graphic design and art direction for magazine.
Restaurant Manager at Pho91
March 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Restaurant management responsibilities.
Graphic Designer at s2r.gmbh
January 1, 2018 - Present
Freelance graphic design work for clients in Zurich; ongoing since 2018.
Graphic Designer (Part-time) at Schafroth.Rijks GmbH
January 1, 2013 - June 1, 2018
Part-time graphic design position.
Costume Intern at Schauspielhaus Zurich
June 1, 2010 - September 1, 2010
Internship in costume design for theatre productions.

Education

Bachelor of Design and Art at Gerrit Rietveld Academy
September 1, 2013 - July 1, 2018
Communication Design at Pratt Institute, New York
August 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Exchange Semester

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services