Sven Seidel - Self-employed

Q: Where is Sven based?

Sven is based in Düsseldorf, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Sven speak?

Sven speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Italian (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Sven have?

Sven has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Sven has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 4 months . Note that Sven may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Sven's latest experience?

Sven's most recent position is Self-employed at Sven Seidel Marketing & Digital Communication .

Q: What companies has Sven worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sven has worked for Sven Seidel Marketing & Digital Communication .

Q: Which industries is Sven most experienced in?

Sven is most experienced in industries like Advertising , Professional Services , Media, and Entertainment and Publishing . Sven also has some experience in Fashion and Apparel and Retail .

Q: Which business areas is Sven most experienced in?

Sven is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Project Management , and Strategy and Planning . Sven also has some experience in Customer Service , Procurement and Purchasing , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Sven worked in recently?

Sven has recently worked in industries like Advertising , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Sven worked in recently?

Sven has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Project Management , and Strategy and Planning .

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Düsseldorf, Germany

Experience

Apr 2011 - Present

14 years 11 months

Self-employed

Sven Seidel Marketing & Digital Communication

Strategy & Consulting
360-degree Campaign Concept & Management
Digital Brand Management & Concept Development
Employer Branding (Strategy → Concept → Initiatives)
Social Media Marketing
Digital Architecture (IA, UX)
Account/Project Management
Interim Management
Accenture Marketing & Recruiting Marketing (until end of 2023): Relaunch of B2B and career websites in DACH
Accenture Marketing & Recruiting Marketing (until end of 2023): B2B and recruiting campaigns (e.g. BE YOURSELF. MAKE A DIFFERENCE)
Accenture Marketing & Recruiting Marketing (until end of 2023): 'Recruitainment' events (e.g. LIFT OFF! series)
Accenture Marketing & Recruiting Marketing (until end of 2023): Numerous social media campaigns in recruiting
Sanofi: Digital consulting and project management for 'Life with Neurodermatitis' and relaunch of sanofi.impfen.de (interim management for 6 months)
Aicas GmbH: Two years of building recruiting marketing, content creation and managing social media channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram)
Deutsche GigaNetz: Complete brand strategy, concept and operational implementation for a start-up
Deutsche Postcode Lotterie: Content marketing and conceptual expansion of digital presence and careers
The Walt Disney Company (Germany) GmbH: Mobile CRM program concept
Thyssen Elevator: Digital strategy and website relaunch concept & project management
EVO Payment: Strategic realignment from B2B to B2C, digital concept and consulting
Lufthansa and Miles & More app projects: Communication concepts and information architecture
GEDORE: Global overhaul of brand architecture and development of an employer brand – strategic planning, communication concepts, information architecture
Ikb Data: Development of brand strategy & employer branding strategy, strategic planning, implementation of new business models, communication concepts, digital strategy, account management
Frankenkeim Brewery: Social media strategy, management and implementation
Frankfurt Book Fair: Relaunch of buchmesse.de (bilingual) including implementation of new CMS software (project management)
IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG: Various online and event campaigns (KNUT, BILLY Limited Edition, Working at IKEA)
IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG: Project management/concept for global roll-out of the new IKEA Children's World (22 countries)
IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG: Project management/concept for media cooperation with netmoms.de for IKEA children's room guide
IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG: Project management for media cooperation with ImmobilienScout24
IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG: Project management/concept for building the YouTube brand channel
JT Travel: 'Pink in the City' campaign (April–December): Online concept and project management (microsite, creation tool, social media communication)
DB Netze: Concept and project management for recruiting event microsite including online registration

Apr 2008 - Nov 2011

3 years 8 months

Digital Marketing Lead DACH

Accenture

Management and expansion of the Accenture brand in new media
Development, execution and extension of online marketing campaigns
Expansion and updates of corporate and recruiting websites for D, A, CH (Web 2.0)
Concept and information architecture including drive-to-web mechanisms
Introduction, expansion and management of social media tools and elements in the corporate and recruiting area (D, A, CH)
SEO and paid search at corporate and campaign level with tracking
Concept, execution, implementation and updates for social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, XING, Kununu, LinkedIn
Member of the global app team
Metrics and tracking

Apr 2006 - Apr 2008

2 years 1 month

Information Architect / Concept Developer

Proximity Germany GmbH

Concept and content development of below-the-line campaigns, integrated communication (drive-to-web), websites, internet portals and mobile applications for clients including E.ON AG, smart GmbH, Daimler AG, Procter & Gamble, SEB Bank
Creation of requirements and detailed concepts for complex applications
Team leadership of 3 to 5 people and content project management (3–12 months)
Leading workshops with clients on business objectives, sources of business, target group analysis and creative briefs together with planning
Presentation of concepts to clients

Oct 2001 - Mar 2006

4 years 6 months

Account Director

Kontrast Communications GmbH

Project management and team leadership of 2 to 8 people
Direct reporting to the management
Client consulting on operational and strategic levels
Budget and cost responsibility
Conceptual development and implementation of ideas
Preparation, evaluation and delivery of client presentations
Development and implementation of internal business processes
Managing clients including Vodafone, Toshiba, Deutsche Post AG

Jun 2001 - Sep 2001

4 months

Freelance Project Manager

Studio Schiller-Domke GbR

Organization and execution of photo shoots in Milan and Paris for Orwell, Viventy and Bernd Berger

Dec 2000 - Apr 2001

5 months

Sales Assistant

Giorgio Armani Deutschland GmbH

Managed specialist retailers and large accounts
Planned and prepared trade shows
Conducted customer and sales meetings
Created and maintained budget and sales statistics

Jan 2000 - Nov 2000

11 months

Junior Account Manager

Hässelbarth & Freunde GmbH

Advised customers
Managed projects (timing, costs)
Sourced production quotes
Prepared proposals and cost overviews

Jan 1999 - Sep 1999

9 months

Project Assistant

gVB Vestebene Gruppo Miroglio

Launched the fashion brand Caractère in Germany
Organized and executed promotions for key accounts
Analyzed and presented target group surveys
Conducted competitor analysis and developed marketing data

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Advertising (22 years), Professional Services (18 years), Media and Entertainment (15 years), Fashion (1.5 years), and Retail (0.5 years).

Advertising

Professional Services

Media and Entertainment

Fashion

Retail

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Marketing (25.5 years), Project Management (20.5 years), Strategy (15 years), Customer Service (1 year), Procurement (1 year), and Sales (0.5 years).

Marketing

Project Management

Strategy

Customer Service

Procurement

Sales

Skills

Strategy & Consulting
360-degree Campaign Concept & Management
Digital Brand Management & Concept Development
Employer Branding (Strategy -> Concept -> Initiatives)
Social Media Marketing
Digital Architecture (Ia, Ux)
Account/project Management
Interim Management

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Italian

Intermediate

Spanish

Elementary

Education

Oct 1995 - Jul 1996

University of Bologna

Business Administration · Bologna, Italy

Oct 1993 - Nov 1998

University of Düsseldorf

Diploma in Business Administration · Business Administration · Düsseldorf, Germany · 2.6

Oct 1991 - Sep 1993

University of GH Essen

Communication Science · Essen, Germany

Profile

Created

November 2024

Last Update

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Sven based?

Sven is based in Düsseldorf, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Sven speak?

Sven speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Italian (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Sven have?

Sven has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Sven has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 4 months. Note that Sven may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sven be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sven would be well-suited for roles such as: Self-employed, Digital Marketing Lead DACH, Information Architect / Concept Developer.

What is Sven's latest experience?

Sven's most recent position is Self-employed at Sven Seidel Marketing & Digital Communication.

What companies has Sven worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sven has worked for Sven Seidel Marketing & Digital Communication.

Which industries is Sven most experienced in?

Sven is most experienced in industries like Advertising, Professional Services, Media, and Entertainment and Publishing. Sven also has some experience in Fashion and Apparel and Retail.

Which business areas is Sven most experienced in?

Sven is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Strategy and Planning. Sven also has some experience in Customer Service, Procurement and Purchasing, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Sven worked in recently?

Sven has recently worked in industries like Advertising, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Sven worked in recently?

Sven has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Sven's education?

Sven attended University of Bologna for Business Administration.

What is the availability of Sven?

Sven is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Sven?

Sven's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.