Freelancer profile translated to English.

Description

Hey, I'm Markus, a UX/UI designer from Cologne. For over ten years, I've been accompanying digital projects from the initial idea to the final implementation. In interdisciplinary teams, I work on the conception, design, and realization of websites, web applications, prototypes, and user-friendly interfaces.

I design digital products that intuitively guide your users through applications and visibly strengthen your company with clear, well-thought-out interfaces. My focus is on UX and UI design for websites and web applications that are not only aesthetically convincing but also functional, efficient, and future-proof.

What makes my work special is the combination of strategic thinking, design ambition, and a clear focus on user needs. I develop digital experiences that are understandable, visually precise, and effective. I find the intersection of UX, UI, and Artificial Intelligence particularly exciting. I explore how AI can make digital products smarter, more relevant, and more efficient, and how this creates real added value for users and companies.

The services I typically undertake include the conception and design of websites and web applications, the development of click dummies and high-fidelity prototypes, the optimization of user flows and interfaces, as well as graphic tasks and coding.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

German
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Köln (up to 20km)

PURE.HONEST.MUSIC [EIGENES PROJEKT]
Founder
CULTURE
November 2024 - Today (1 year and 7 months)
Köln, Germany
- Development of the platform concept

- Design and realization of the website including UX/UI design

- Planning, coordination, and execution of all project phases

- Editorial support, content maintenance, and management and analysis of social media channels

- Networking with organizers, artists, and local players in the music scene – both digitally and in person

- Booking, planning, and carrying out smaller events
Conception Webdesign Web Development User Interface Design UX/UI Design
INSTITUT DER DEUTSCHEN WIRTSCHAFT KÖLN MEDIEN GMBH
UX/UI Designer
DIGITAL AND IT
January 2022 - October 2024 (2 years and 9 months)
Köln, Germany
- Preparation and execution of client workshops and support of new and existing clients

- Creation of pitch decks and execution of pitches Conception, presentation, and implementation of prototypes up to the final design.

- Development of the navigation structure / architecture of newly conceived client websites Excerpt from implemented projects at IW-Medien: bifa.de, lieber-lehramt.de, make-it-in-germany.com, aktiv-online.de, iwkoeln.de and many more

- Creation and further development of style guides and design systems

- Development and establishment of an internal process between UX/UI design and backend and frontend
User Experience Design WCAG Conception Webdesign User Interface Design
CROWDFOX GMBH
UX/UI Designer
E-COMMERCE
August 2017 - December 2020 (3 years and 4 months)
Köln, Germany
- Conception of a closed purchasing platform (SaaS) for SMEs and corporations (demo.crowdfox.pro)

- Development and formulation of user stories to determine the requirements of a feature Analysis of heatmaps and visitor recordings and optimizations based on them Redrawing of user scenarios, user journeys, and user flows and their optimization

- Visualization of ideas using wireframes and mockups, as well as by creating prototypes Creation and prioritization of tickets for internal and external front-end developers Conducting user interviews (B2B sector) & A/B tests (B2C sector)
Conception User Testing User Experience Design Web Development User Interface Design