Philipp Von Rohden
About Philipp Von Rohden
Philipp Von Rohden is a Design Lead based in Berlin, currently working at Klara since 2020. He has extensive experience in design, having held various roles including Senior Art Director and Brand Design Lead, and has contributed to the development of design systems and team management.
Work at Klara
Philipp Von Rohden has been with Klara since 2020, currently serving as Design Lead. In this role, he manages a team of designers and developers, promoting collaboration and creativity. He previously held the position of Brand Design Lead at Klara from 2019 to 2020, where he introduced a component design system that improved the efficiency and consistency of design processes. His responsibilities include collaborating closely with stakeholders across various departments to ensure alignment and coherence in projects.
Education and Expertise
Philipp Von Rohden studied at the HGB Academy of Visual Arts Leipzig, where he focused on Kommunikationsdesign and Corporate Design. He achieved a Diplom Grafik-Designer after completing a six-year program from 1994 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in design and leadership roles across various organizations.
Background
Philipp Von Rohden has extensive experience in the design field, having worked in various capacities since the late 1990s. He began his career at KOCMOC.NET GmbH as a designer from 1998 to 2000. He has held multiple roles, including Art Director at Etsy from 2016 to 2017 and Senior Art Director Digital at Strichpunkt Design from 2017 to 2018. His freelance work as a Senior Art Director at Strichpunkt Design in 2019 further showcases his versatility in the design industry.
Teaching Experience
Philipp Von Rohden has contributed to the academic field as a lecturer at BTK Hochschule für Gestaltung from 2003 to 2005 and at HTW Berlin from 2013 to 2016. His teaching roles allowed him to share his expertise in design with students, fostering the next generation of designers while maintaining his professional practice in the industry.
Professional Achievements
Throughout his career, Philipp Von Rohden has made significant contributions to design processes and team management. At Klara, he introduced a component design system that enhanced design efficiency and consistency. His ability to manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders has been a key aspect of his roles, ensuring successful project implementation across various organizations.