Curriculum Vitae - Wolfgang Metzner


http://www.wolfgangmetzner.com

Graphic Designer, Web Designer / Developer Wolfgang Metzner has been working in the creative field for over 7 years and is currently residing in London, UK.

I am seeking a senior position where I can take responsibility for creative projects, combining new technologies with engaging design. I want to use my experience and skills in an innovative environment where new ideas are nurtured.

Education

  1. 2001 - 2005

    BFA // Media Design

    Fachhochschule Schwäbisch Hall (University of Applied Sciences), Germany

    Focus: Graphic Design, Web Design, Typography, Film/Video, 3D Animation, Audio, Digital Arts, Fine Art
  2. 2003 - 2004

    International Student Exchange // Media Design

    Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA), Portland, Oregon, USA

    Focus: Graphic Design, Webdesign, Typography, Print Production, Screen-Printing, Photography
  3. 2000 - 2001

    Communications Engineering Major

    Fachhochschule Ulm (University of Applied Sciences), Germany

    Focus: Programming, Advanced Maths, Advanced Physics, Digital Electronics

Work Experience

  1. 2010 - present

    Senior Interactive Designer

    Jack Morton Worldwide, London, UK

    Working on conceptualization, art direction and design of websites and digital projects such as touch screen interfaces, digital installations and projections, tablet / iPad and mobile applications. Also having an active role in pitch processes and project management.
  2. 2006 - 2010

    Senior Interactive Designer // Head of Digital // Studio Manager

    Halpern Cowan, London, UK

    Conceptualization, design, art direction and development (frontend / back-end) for small and large scale website projects, viral games and web applications; Direction and design of print projects including newspaper- and magazine advertisements, mail campaigns, and posters; Management, art directing and training team of designers and developers; Studio manager since April 2009: responsible for studio workflow, managing client relationship and expecations, projects budgeting and completion; Active role in team and agency management and planning
  3. 2005 - present

    Freelance Designer and Developer

    Conceptualization, design and development of web, print and branding projects. Consultancy for design projects, digital- and brand strategies.
  4. 2004 - 2005

    Designer // Junior Art Director

    schroerdesign, Ulm, Germany

    Designed and art directed branding and advertising projects
  5. 2004 - 2004

    Designer // Junior Art Director

    PURE DESIGN Inc., Portland, Oregon, USA

    Designed and art directed branding, advertisements, catalogues, flyers, brochures and website projects
  6. 2001 - 2003

    Designer

    Stadtwerke Schwäbisch Hall, Schwäbisch Hall, Germany

    Designed advertisements, flyer and brochures; Responsible for website maintenance, digital photography and conceptualization of small projects and campaigns
  7. 2001 - 2001

    Design internship

    a&o Werbung, Ulm, Germany

    Designed websites, flyers, packaging and advertisements; Conceptualization, design and development of website projects

References are available upon request.

Honors // Awards // Achievements

Languages
Awards and Personal Achievements

Technical Skills

Software knowledge (Apple Macintosh and PC)
Technical Knowledge and Programming Skills

Personal Interests