Matthias Zehler - Digital Strategist

Q: Where is Matthias based?

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

Q: What languages does Matthias speak?

Matthias speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Matthias have?

Matthias has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Matthias has worked in at least 25 different roles and for 29 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months . Note that Matthias may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Matthias's latest experience?

Matthias's most recent position is Digital Strategist at Hitachi Energy .

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

In recent years, Matthias has worked for Hitachi Energy , 454 Creative LLC , Vita Chip LLC , IPO Solutions – Reward Services GmbH , and Apicbase NV .

Q: Which industries is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in industries like Advertising , Professional Services , and Manufacturing . Matthias also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Government and Administration , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Strategy , and Project Management . Matthias also has some experience in Research and Development , Legal , and Customer Service .

Q: Which industries has Matthias worked in recently?

Matthias has recently worked in industries like Advertising , Professional Services , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Matthias worked in recently?

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

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jul 2024 - Apr 2025

10 months

Zürich, Switzerland

Digital Strategist

Hitachi Energy

Google Ads
Digital strategy
LinkedIn Ads
Conversion tracking

Jul 2023 - Present

2 years 9 months

Irvine, United States

SEA Specialist

454 Creative LLC

Google Ads
Digital strategy
Meta Ads
Conversion tracking
LinkedIn Ads

Feb 2023 - Mar 2025

2 years 2 months

United States

Digital Strategist and PPC

Vita Chip LLC

Google Ads
Digital strategy
Meta Ads
Conversion tracking
Marketing automation
Accounting automation
DACH localization

Sep 2022 - Present

3 years 7 months

Weingarten, Germany

PPC/Digital Marketing Manager

IPO Solutions – Reward Services GmbH

Google Ads
LinkedIn Ads
Meta Ads
Conversion tracking

Jul 2022 - Jun 2024

2 years

Antwerp, Belgium

SEA Manager

Apicbase NV

Google Ads
Microsoft Ads
LeadGen

Jun 2022 - Nov 2022

6 months

London, United Kingdom

Digital Marketing Executive

Praesidad – Betafence US and Lymeta EU

Google Ads
MS Ads
Meta Ads
Conversion tracking
DACH localization
Digital strategy

Jun 2022 - Oct 2022

5 months

New York, United States

SEA Manager

AdVenture Media Group

Google Ads
Meta Ads

Apr 2022 - Present

4 years

Irvine, United States

Digital Strategist and PPC

Bromic Heating

Google Ads and Meta-Ads
Digital strategy
Localization
LeadGen

Dec 2021 - May 2022

6 months

Berlin, Germany

SEA Manager

internetwarriors GmbH

Google Ads and Meta-Ads
Digital strategy
Conversion tracking
Conversion rate optimization

Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

7 months

Vienna, Austria

Digital Strategy and PPC

itellico internet solutions GmbH

Google Ads
FB-Ads
Digital strategy
Conversion tracking
Data visualization

Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

7 months

Manchester, United Kingdom

Search Engine Marketing Specialist

theEword

Google Ads
FB-Ads
Digital strategy
Landingpage consulting

Nov 2020 - May 2021

7 months

Roggwil, Switzerland

Digital Strategy and PPC

tpm solutions by Präsent AG

Google Ads
FB-Ads
LinkedIn Ads
Digital strategy
Conversion tracking
Landingpage consulting

Jun 2020 - Jun 2021

1 year 1 month

London, United Kingdom

Digital Strategy, PPC and Development Outsourcing

PSY Ventures Ltd.

Google Ads
Digital strategy
Development of Android/iOS apps

Apr 2020 - May 2022

2 years 2 months

Perth, Australia

Digital Strategist and PPC

Arbortech Pty Ltd.

Google Ads and Meta-Ads
Digital strategy
DACH localization
Conversion tracking

Apr 2020 - Aug 2020

5 months

Munich, Germany

Search Engine Marketing Executive

Svensson & Friends GmbH

Google Ads
Marketing strategy

Aug 2019 - Aug 2020

1 year 1 month

Düsseldorf, Germany

PPC Management

Diginexus GmbH

Feb 2019 - Aug 2020

1 year 7 months

Vienna, Austria

Digital Strategist for DACH Region/Business Consulting

helloCash/mRaP GmbH

Feb 2019 - Apr 2019

3 months

Essen, Germany

Business Development

IntellicorePress

Apr 2018 - Oct 2019

1 year 7 months

Munich, Germany

Project Manager – Food Industry

MM – Project Cooperation

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

1 year

London, United Kingdom

Head of Marketing

Jens Moeller Consulting Ltd.

Jun 2016 - Mar 2018

1 year 10 months

Berlin, Germany

Higher Executive Officer

Berlin State

Real estate regulations

Aug 2014 - Present

11 years 8 months

Oakland Park, United States

Managing Partner

PEG-consult

Google Ads / MS Ads
Meta Ads (Facebook and Instagram)
LinkedIn Ads
Tik Tok Ads
Project management
Digital marketing strategy
Business consulting
Localisation DACH
Conversion rate optimization
Sales/lead funnels

Mar 2014 - May 2016

2 years 3 months

Berlin, Germany

Research Assistant Graduate Student

snpc GmbH

Consulting for pharma, health, energy, NPO and public sector

Feb 2013 - Oct 2013

9 months

Berlin, Germany

Recruitment Consultant

Federal Employment Agency Berlin

Jun 2012 - Sep 2012

4 months

London, United Kingdom

Consumer Consultant/Sales Executive

Education First – EF – Englishtown

Apr 2011 - Sep 2011

6 months

Berlin, Germany

Department of Consumer Protection

Ministry of Health Berlin

Apr 2010 - Dec 2011

1 year 9 months

Berlin, Germany

Student Research Assistant of Prof. Dr. Buecker-Gaertner

School of Economics and Law

Assistance with European Union Erasmus report

Apr 2010 - Sep 2010

6 months

Berlin, Germany

Section of Culture, Economies and European Affairs

Municipal Administration of Berlin-Pankow/Kreuzberg

May 2009 - Dec 2010

1 year 8 months

Berlin, Germany

Student Research Assistant of Prof. Dr. Busch

School of Economics and Law

Tutor and publishing assistance in civil and social law

Sep 2007 - Sep 2008

1 year 1 month

Berlin, Germany

Customer Consultant

DB-Direkt Berlin, Deutsche Bank Group

Industry Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time.

Experienced in Advertising, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Food and Beverage, Government and Administration, and Energy.

Advertising

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Food and Beverage

Government and Administration

Energy

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Project Management, Research and Development, Legal, and Customer Service.

Marketing

Strategy

Project Management

Research and Development

Legal

Customer Service

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

Education

Oct 2013 - May 2016

School of Economics and Law; Humboldt University Berlin

BA Business Administration · Business Administration · Berlin, Germany

Oct 2008 - May 2012

School of Economics and Law

BA Public and European Law · Public and European Law · Berlin, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Google Ads Certified (Search, Video, Display, Shopping)

Google Partner Agency

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 30

Experience in Advertising 11.5 y

Avg length 1 y 7 m

Longest experience 11 y 7 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 7 (Germany, United States, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Austria, +2)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Digital Strategist, SEA Specialist, Digital Strategist and PPC

Main industries Advertising, Professional Services, Manufacturing

Main business areas Marketing, Strategy, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Matthias based?

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

What languages does Matthias speak?

Matthias speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Matthias have?

Matthias has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Matthias has worked in at least 25 different roles and for 29 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months. Note that Matthias may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Matthias be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Matthias would be well-suited for roles such as: Digital Strategist, SEA Specialist, Digital Strategist and PPC.

What is Matthias's latest experience?

Matthias's most recent position is Digital Strategist at Hitachi Energy.

What companies has Matthias worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Matthias has worked for Hitachi Energy, 454 Creative LLC, Vita Chip LLC, IPO Solutions – Reward Services GmbH, and Apicbase NV.

Which industries is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in industries like Advertising, Professional Services, and Manufacturing. Matthias also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Government and Administration, and Energy.

Which business areas is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Project Management. Matthias also has some experience in Research and Development, Legal, and Customer Service.

Which industries has Matthias worked in recently?

Matthias has recently worked in industries like Advertising, Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Matthias worked in recently?

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

What is Matthias's education?

Matthias holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from School of Economics and Law; Humboldt University Berlin and a Bachelor in Public and European Law from School of Economics and Law.

Does Matthias have any certificates?

Matthias has 1 certificate: Google Ads Certified (Search, Video, Display, Shopping).

What is the availability of Matthias?

Matthias is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Matthias?

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