A design partner to founders
and transforming teams.
You don’t need an agency.
You need a partner who gets it.
Let’s set you up for success.
About
Hi, I’m Johannes
– a design generalist working with founders and business leaders who are building something new or changing direction.
With over 10 years of experience across various roles – from start-ups to Google, from Brand to Product – I bring a unique mix: a partner who speaks business, understands technology, and delivers clarity and momentum.
My key ingredients are a commitment to high quality, an entrepreneurial mindset, and good vibes.
Depending on your project needs, I can bring in trusted collaborators from my network to ensure top quality and match your timeline.
I’d love to hear from you – let’s brainstorm and see how I can best support your project.
Hi, I’m Johannes
– a design generalist working with founders and business leaders who are building something new or changing direction.
With over 10 years of experience across various roles – from start-ups to Google, from Brand to Product – I bring a unique mix: a partner who speaks business, understands technology, and delivers clarity and momentum.
My key ingredients are a commitment to high quality, an entrepreneurial mindset, and good vibes.
Depending on your project needs, I can bring in trusted collaborators from my network to ensure top quality and match your timeline.
I’d love to hear from you – let’s brainstorm and see how I can best support your project.
Services
Strategy
Brand Identity
Pitch Deck
Digital Product
Website
Not just pretty.
Not over-engineered.
Just right – for your audience, your resources, your goals.
Not just pretty.
Not over-engineered.
Just right – for your audience,
your resources, your goals.
Work
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Kirchner Architekten
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Kirchner Architekten
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“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
“Johannes has a real passion for UX, and is incredibly flexible as a designer. He's a great collaborator cross functionally and is an asset to any product team.”
Mark Breneman
UX Designer at Google
“What I appreciated most was his can-do attitude, which made the entire process feel like a true partnership—tailored to my resources, needs, and timeline as a founder.”
Anna Putilin
Founder of Perspective Matter
“Our customers love our brands appearance. If you’re looking for a designer who blends passion with strategic insight, Johannes is the perfect choice.”
Thomas Kirchner
Founder of Descript
Trusted by
Trusted by
Google
Native Instruments
Volkswagen
Descript
Telekom
H&M beyond
Yoona Ventures
Giata
Knoweaux
Auxxo Investments
Kirchner Architekten
Technical University Berlin
Perspective Matter
George Mason University
HFES Europe Chapter
Land Schleswig Holstein
Femal Business Angel Podcast
Big Sun
Zero360
Land Schleswig Holstein
Big Sun
Zero360
Google
Native Instruments
Volkswagen
Descript
Telekom
H&M beyond
Yoona Ventures
Giata
Knoweaux
Auxxo Investments
Kirchner Architekten
Technical University Berlin
Perspective Matter
George Mason University
HFES Europe Chapter
Land Schleswig Holstein
Femal Business Angel Podcast
Big Sun
Zero360
Land Schleswig Holstein
Big Sun
Zero360
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