Hi! I’m margi,
an independent Senior Art Director based in Hamburg, crafting emotionally intelligent concepts and elevated visuals for beauty and lifestyle brands. I help purpose-driven teams connect with their audience in ways that feel real, memorable, and beautifully on-brand.
Over the past 10+ years, I’ve led creative projects across Europe — shaping campaigns, leading shoots, and developing visual narratives rooted in cultural insight. My work blends strategic depth with aesthetic clarity — from concept to art direction to scroll-worthy visual storytelling.
Your brand deserves visuals that speak with soul. Let’s bring them to life.
about atelier malko
Atelier MaLKo is built on the belief that the strongest brands don’t happen overnight. They grow through small, intentional steps — guided by creative clarity, cultural insight, and a deep sense of visual identity.
‘Malko’ means ‘little’ in bulgarian, my mother tongue. For me, it’s a reminder that thoughtful details lead to meaningful impact — and that’s how I approach every collaboration.
I translate your ideas into rich creative concepts, emotional visual language, and art direction that feels like your brand at its best.
If this resonates with you, let’s explore what we can create together.
Work experience
atelier MaLKo: Independent Senior Art Director (Jan 2025-now)
SCAYLE GmbH: Senior Art Director (Oct 2022-Dec 2023)
Oliver Agency: Senior Art Director (Sep 2020-Sep 2022); Art Director (Oct 2019-Aug2020)
Select World: Art Director (Feb 2018-Sep 2019); Junior Art Director (Sep 2015-Jan 2018)
McCann Erickson: Junior Art Director (Feb 2014-Aug 2015)
Philipp und Keuntje: Design intern (Mar-Aug 2012)
Institute of Design: Communication design with main focus - Art Direction (Sep 2009-Sep 2013)