Claudia Deimel
manager of social innovations
Munich
Germany
what do designers do?
Incorporate information creatively to draw attention and portray the innovation and speciality of a product.
worked together before
A couple of times.
additional thoughts
I think there should be an intensive network and an exchange between the disciplines, already during the studies. That creates a better understanding and a higher esteem. A possible “negative image” or prejudices can be reduced too.
working at night per month
Many times per month.
how do designers spend their time
on average workday?
on average workday?
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09:00
21:00
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designing
1 1 1 1 1
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research
1 1
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writing emails
1
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handling calls
1
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managing
1 1 1
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other
0
how do designers develop ideas?
Inspiration, research, brainstorming methods, while listening to music, discussions.
what does a designers’
workplace look like?
workplace look like?
Wild, chaotic, colourful.
what is an ideal designer like?
Creative, spontaneous, loving details, visionary, thinking differently.
relationship with designer
Intensive, relaxed cooperation.
getting along with salary
It is difficult to cope.
designer’s monthly salary
2.501 – 3.000 €
what is a dream client like?
Gives the necessary creative freedom. In the beginning the client describes exactly what the designer should design for (product and target group) and agrees on modifications.
what do you like or dislike
about the others’ behaviour?
about the others’ behaviour?
I like uncomplicated, open minded, communicative designers. I don’t like if they are not flexible, if they are reclusive.