Creative

Between media, creativity, and expression.

Whether it is tennis commentary, strategic communication, creative production, or visual work, I am driven by shaping content with clarity, purpose, and a distinct point of view.

Jonas Pelle Hartenstein in a creative and media context
Media & Communication

Analysis, language, and creative communication.

In media and communication, I combine sporting expertise, editorial thinking, and creative execution — from live commentary and analysis to strategic club communication and journalistic formats.

TV Analyst & Commentator

Player. Analyst. Commentator.

As an active ATP Tour professional and former college player in the United States, I combine deep tennis knowledge from firsthand competitive experience with a strong media background. For Sporteurope.tv, I worked as a commentator and analyst during the US Open in 2024 and 2025.

My particular strength lies in analyzing matches not only from a tactical and technical perspective, but also in explaining the mental side of the game in an authentic and accessible way. Thanks to my bilingual background, I am able to work in both German and English.

Highlight Matches
Tsitsipas vs. Kokkinakis Ruud vs. Monfils Nakashima vs. Musetti Muchova vs. Paolini Tiafoe vs. Popyrin Rybakina vs. Raducanu Shelton vs. Mannarino
Listen to / watch demo (DE + EN)
Jonas Pelle Hartenstein as TV analyst and commentator
References
SPORT BILD (2025) Mentioned in the context of US Open coverage as an analyst for SportEurope TV.
SPORTEUROPE.TV Live commentary for the US Open 2024 & 2025, on-air analysis, and expert insight.
ULF KAHMKE (SPORTWORX TV Productions) “The feedback on our joint appearance was at times outstanding. Jonas Hartenstein impressed once again: as an analyst — with strong and precise analysis and great background insight from the professional tour — as a co-commentator — personable, approachable, and authentic — and as a team player, as an important part of a fantastic team at SPORTEUROPE.TV.”
TC 1899 Blau-Weiss Berlin
Strategic Communication +

Communication, identity, and community.

In my role at TC 1899 Blau-Weiss Berlin, I was responsible for the club’s strategic communication around tennis operations. This included building and managing the official Instagram channel, developing a consistent corporate identity, and designing all graphics independently in Adobe Photoshop.

In addition, I conceptualized and organized a Pro-Am event that gave members the opportunity to play together with the club’s professionals. I adapted the concept from my college tennis experience in the United States and reinterpreted it in a new context. I was also responsible for supporting players and parents and for acquiring sponsors.

Social Media

Built the official Instagram channel with results, announcements, and club communication.

CI & Design

Independently developed a consistent visual identity and created all graphics in Adobe Photoshop.

Event & Sponsorship

Conceptualized a Pro-Am format, supported members, and actively acquired sponsors.

Columnist

Game, Set, Reality

With “Game, Set, Reality,” I write a column for Matchball Magazin in which I explore tennis not only from a sporting perspective, but also through a personal and societal lens. The series is designed for four issues per year and can be expanded continuously.

Issue I Matchball Magazin

Why I Still Love Tennis

The opening piece of the column explores the ambivalence of the sport — between fascination, frustration, and lasting passion.

Game, Set, Reality issue 1 page 1 Game, Set, Reality issue 1 page 2
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Issue II Matchball Magazin

Between Hunger and Peak Performance

On nutrition on the tennis tour — and why it is essential for performance, recovery and health.

Game, Set, Reality issue 2 page 1 Game, Set, Reality issue 2 page 2
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Issue III Matchball Magazin
Issue IV Matchball Magazin
DJ & Music Producer

Code Violation

I started making my first beats at around the age of 16. Hip-hop was the entry point, but before long electronic music completely pulled me in.

The deeper I got into that world, the more it became a space where I could switch off, experiment, and lose myself creatively. In the summer of 2024, I finally started DJing myself — and I was immediately fascinated by the craft. Since then, I have been playing sets for myself and for others.

My artist name Code Violation comes from tennis. In that context, a code violation means crossing a line. For me, that captures exactly what music does: it breaks routines, questions rules, and gives me the freedom to create my own space.

Code Violation
Web Developer

Digital platforms with structure.

Tennis Association Berlin-Brandenburg
Website in development

I am currently developing the new website for the Tennis Association Berlin-Brandenburg. The project is in its final stage and will be launched soon.

What interests me most is the connection between structure, user guidance, clarity, and visual presentation — not just building websites technically, but shaping them thoughtfully in both content and design.

Visual Work

Selected visual projects.

In addition, I also work in visual and brand-related contexts in front of the camera. It is not my main focus, but it is a creative field that complements my profile in a meaningful way.

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Inquiries

For media, creative projects, or collaboration.

I welcome inquiries related to media work, creative formats, communication, and selected collaborative projects.

hello@jonas-pelle-hartenstein.de