Viktor Schenk

I’m a creative mind, technical director, and experienced motion designer with over 15 years of expertise in building visual worlds, growing brands, and bringing stories to life.

Specialized in brand-defining visual communication, I have proven skill in shaping globally known brands in the sport, e-sports, and entertainment industries. I’m passionate about cinematic storytelling, design innovation, and pushing boundaries where creativity meets technical excellence.

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I love thinking big with strong teams and realizing projects that not only work – but fascinate.

15+

Working Experience

15+

Working Experience

15+

Working Experience

200+

Successfull Projects

200+

Successfull Projects

200+

Successfull Projects

30+

Happy Customers

30+

Happy Customers

30+

Happy Customers

Work Experience

  • Motion Design

  • Video Editing

  • 2D/3D Animation

  • Art Direction

  • Branding

  • Technical Direction

  • Motion Design

  • Video Editing

  • 2D/3D Animation

  • Art Direction

  • Branding

  • Technical Direction

  • Motion Design

  • Video Editing

  • 2D/3D Animation

  • Art Direction

  • Branding

  • Technical Direction

1.

Freelance Creative Director & Motion Designer

Self-Employed

2015

heute

After leaving ESL, I founded my freelance practice and since then have worked with notable clients from media, advertising, and sports.

I conceive, design, and produce visual content with a focus on motion design, 3D animation, and brand-driven visual communication. My role spans from creative concept to technical execution and production management.

Clients include Bertelsmann, ProSieben, Sat.1, RTL, OBI, Mercedes, Sport1, and many others.

Umsetzung von Kampagnen in den Bereichen Broadcast, Sport, Events und Werbung

I lead creative and technical direction of complex productions, delivering campaigns in broadcast, sport, events, and advertising.

1.

Freelance Creative Director & Motion Designer

Self-Employed

2015

heute

After leaving ESL, I founded my freelance practice and since then have worked with notable clients from media, advertising, and sports.

I conceive, design, and produce visual content with a focus on motion design, 3D animation, and brand-driven visual communication. My role spans from creative concept to technical execution and production management.

Clients include Bertelsmann, ProSieben, Sat.1, RTL, OBI, Mercedes, Sport1, and many others.

Umsetzung von Kampagnen in den Bereichen Broadcast, Sport, Events und Werbung

I lead creative and technical direction of complex productions, delivering campaigns in broadcast, sport, events, and advertising.

1.

Freelance Creative Director & Motion Designer

Self-Employed

2015

heute

After leaving ESL, I founded my freelance practice and since then have worked with notable clients from media, advertising, and sports.

I conceive, design, and produce visual content with a focus on motion design, 3D animation, and brand-driven visual communication. My role spans from creative concept to technical execution and production management.

Clients include Bertelsmann, ProSieben, Sat.1, RTL, OBI, Mercedes, Sport1, and many others.

Umsetzung von Kampagnen in den Bereichen Broadcast, Sport, Events und Werbung

I lead creative and technical direction of complex productions, delivering campaigns in broadcast, sport, events, and advertising.

2.

Head of Design

ESL Gaming, Cologne

2007

2015

Als Head of Design war ich maßgeblich am Aufbau der heutigen ESL-Markenidentität beteiligt – von der visuellen Kommunikation bis hin zur Etablierung eines internationalen Markenauftritts. Ich habe das Designteam aufgebaut und geleitet sowie das visuelle Erscheinungsbild für einige der bekanntesten E-Sport-Events weltweit mitgestaltet.

Visuelle Markenentwicklung der ESL – inklusive Gestaltung des heute weltweit bekannten ESL-Logos

Aufbau und Leitung eines multidisziplinären Designteams

Designverantwortung für alle ESL-Produkte, darunter Intel Extreme Masters, ESL One, ESL Pro Series

Entwicklung globaler Markenstandards für Events, TV, Online und Print

Enge Zusammenarbeit mit Produktion, Sales und Eventmanagement

2.

Head of Design

ESL Gaming, Cologne

2007

2015

Als Head of Design war ich maßgeblich am Aufbau der heutigen ESL-Markenidentität beteiligt – von der visuellen Kommunikation bis hin zur Etablierung eines internationalen Markenauftritts. Ich habe das Designteam aufgebaut und geleitet sowie das visuelle Erscheinungsbild für einige der bekanntesten E-Sport-Events weltweit mitgestaltet.

Visuelle Markenentwicklung der ESL – inklusive Gestaltung des heute weltweit bekannten ESL-Logos

Aufbau und Leitung eines multidisziplinären Designteams

Designverantwortung für alle ESL-Produkte, darunter Intel Extreme Masters, ESL One, ESL Pro Series

Entwicklung globaler Markenstandards für Events, TV, Online und Print

Enge Zusammenarbeit mit Produktion, Sales und Eventmanagement

2.

Head of Design

ESL Gaming, Cologne

2007

2015

Als Head of Design war ich maßgeblich am Aufbau der heutigen ESL-Markenidentität beteiligt – von der visuellen Kommunikation bis hin zur Etablierung eines internationalen Markenauftritts. Ich habe das Designteam aufgebaut und geleitet sowie das visuelle Erscheinungsbild für einige der bekanntesten E-Sport-Events weltweit mitgestaltet.

Visuelle Markenentwicklung der ESL – inklusive Gestaltung des heute weltweit bekannten ESL-Logos

Aufbau und Leitung eines multidisziplinären Designteams

Designverantwortung für alle ESL-Produkte, darunter Intel Extreme Masters, ESL One, ESL Pro Series

Entwicklung globaler Markenstandards für Events, TV, Online und Print

Enge Zusammenarbeit mit Produktion, Sales und Eventmanagement

3.

Art Director

agilmedien, Cologne

2002

2007

Gained foundational experience in conceptual work, branding, and classic graphic design.

Designed and implemented brand identities, web and print design.

Client consulting and creative project management.

Concurrently completed studies in Communication Design (B.A.).

3.

Art Director

agilmedien, Cologne

2002

2007

Gained foundational experience in conceptual work, branding, and classic graphic design.

Designed and implemented brand identities, web and print design.

Client consulting and creative project management.

Concurrently completed studies in Communication Design (B.A.).

3.

Art Director

agilmedien, Cologne

2002

2007

Gained foundational experience in conceptual work, branding, and classic graphic design.

Designed and implemented brand identities, web and print design.

Client consulting and creative project management.

Concurrently completed studies in Communication Design (B.A.).

Education

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B.A. Communication Design

Westdeutsche Akademie für Kommunikation ev. 2002 – 2006

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B.A. Communication Design

Westdeutsche Akademie für Kommunikation ev. 2002 – 2006

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B.A. Communication Design

Westdeutsche Akademie für Kommunikation ev. 2002 – 2006

Awards

Gold

Vision Award

"Technical Achievement Award for the technical implementation of the Bertelsmann Online Report (2023)"

Gold

Vision Award

"Technical Achievement Award for the technical implementation of the Bertelsmann Online Report (2023)"

Gold

Vision Award

"Technical Achievement Award for the technical implementation of the Bertelsmann Online Report (2023)"

Gold

ARC Award

"Design and graphic production of the Bertelsmann Report (2022)"

Gold

ARC Award

"Design and graphic production of the Bertelsmann Report (2022)"

Gold

ARC Award

"Design and graphic production of the Bertelsmann Report (2022)"

Clients

I’m a Senior Motion Designer and Creative Lead with over 20 years of experience shaping visual storytelling for global brands. From TV spots and product explainers to 3D brand animations, my work combines creativity with clarity to reach millions of viewers.

As Head of Design at ESL Gaming, I helped scale the company from a 7-digit to a 9-digit valuation by building a globally recognized esports brand. Today, as a freelancer, I collaborate remotely with broadcasters and tech companies, delivering impactful campaigns across product and marketing.

Let's Work Together!

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I’m a Senior Motion Designer and Creative Lead with over 20 years of experience shaping visual storytelling for global brands. From TV spots and product explainers to 3D brand animations, my work combines creativity with clarity to reach millions of viewers.

As Head of Design at ESL Gaming, I helped scale the company from a 7-digit to a 9-digit valuation by building a globally recognized esports brand. Today, as a freelancer, I collaborate remotely with broadcasters and tech companies, delivering impactful campaigns across product and marketing.

Let's Work Together!

© Copyright 2025

I’m a Senior Motion Designer and Creative Lead with over 20 years of experience shaping visual storytelling for global brands. From TV spots and product explainers to 3D brand animations, my work combines creativity with clarity to reach millions of viewers.

As Head of Design at ESL Gaming, I helped scale the company from a 7-digit to a 9-digit valuation by building a globally recognized esports brand. Today, as a freelancer, I collaborate remotely with broadcasters and tech companies, delivering impactful campaigns across product and marketing.

Let's Work Together!

© Copyright 2025