With over 15 years of international experience in brand strategy, creative leadership, and visual communication, I help organisations navigate complex creative decisions with confidence.

I’ve worked with global brands and institutions including Johnson & Johnson, Deutsche Bahn, Mercer, Swissôtel, RKW Group, Norma Group, Netto, Stop TB Partnership and Cancer Council Australia, as well as purpose-driven scale-ups and innovation-led teams across healthcare, sustainability, tech, and education.

My approach sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. I don’t just help define what should be done. I help clarify why, how, and what comes next—bringing focus where things feel unclear or stuck.

Through Gillen Design, I work independently or in collaboration with a trusted network of senior creatives, allowing projects to scale thoughtfully when execution is required.

If you’re facing a creative challenge that needs perspective, structure, and leadership rather than more noise, this is where the conversation starts.

Ewa Gillen, MCI
Founder & Creative Lead 

Whether you’re launching something new or improving what already exists, I help you refine goals, challenge assumptions, and bring clarity to your creative direction. Together, we identify what truly matters and where your effort will have the greatest impact.

My consulting sessions are designed to create momentum. You might be looking for strategic direction, a second opinion on brand or design decisions, feedback on ongoing work, or guidance on how to integrate new tools, including Generative AI, without losing originality, voice, or emotional intelligence.

I work as a seasoned creative partner. Available for focused sessions, short-term collaborations, or longer-term creative leadership support. From brand strategy and visual identity to creative systems, workflows, and hands-on execution when needed.

If you’re looking for a brand strategist, creative lead, or senior designer who brings clarity, experience, and a human-centered approach, I’m here to help you move forward with intention.

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