I'm Rolf Oward, a technology-focused writer, translator and marketing professional with more than 30 years of experience in IT. I craft technical manuals, data sheets, white papers, brochures and web copy for leading technology brands such as IBM, Ericsson, Nokia, Motorola and BMW, and I help technology companies explain complex products in clear, persuasive language. I run Aveo, an advertising agency providing marketing services for technology companies, where I work as a copywriter, translator and project manager. I bring cross-functional experience across technical documentation, translation and content strategy for B2B audiences. I collaborate with developers, engineers and marketing teams to deliver accurate information across print, web and multimedia, and I enjoy helping clients grow their brands through insightful storytelling. I am fluent in Swedish and English, with strong working knowledge of Danish, Norwegian and German, and I actively bridge communication between technical and business stakeholders.

Rolf Oward

I'm Rolf Oward, a technology-focused writer, translator and marketing professional with more than 30 years of experience in IT. I craft technical manuals, data sheets, white papers, brochures and web copy for leading technology brands such as IBM, Ericsson, Nokia, Motorola and BMW, and I help technology companies explain complex products in clear, persuasive language. I run Aveo, an advertising agency providing marketing services for technology companies, where I work as a copywriter, translator and project manager. I bring cross-functional experience across technical documentation, translation and content strategy for B2B audiences. I collaborate with developers, engineers and marketing teams to deliver accurate information across print, web and multimedia, and I enjoy helping clients grow their brands through insightful storytelling. I am fluent in Swedish and English, with strong working knowledge of Danish, Norwegian and German, and I actively bridge communication between technical and business stakeholders.

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I’m Rolf Oward, a technology-focused writer, translator and marketing professional with more than 30 years of experience in IT. I craft technical manuals, data sheets, white papers, brochures and web copy for leading technology brands such as IBM, Ericsson, Nokia, Motorola and BMW, and I help technology companies explain complex products in clear, persuasive language. I run Aveo, an advertising agency providing marketing services for technology companies, where I work as a copywriter, translator and project manager.

I bring cross-functional experience across technical documentation, translation and content strategy for B2B audiences. I collaborate with developers, engineers and marketing teams to deliver accurate information across print, web and multimedia, and I enjoy helping clients grow their brands through insightful storytelling. I am fluent in Swedish and English, with strong working knowledge of Danish, Norwegian and German, and I actively bridge communication between technical and business stakeholders.

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Language

Swedish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Danish
Advanced
Norwegian
Advanced
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Marketing and copywriting consultant at Kasus
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 2000
Marketing and copywriting consultant for diverse clients in the IT and technology sector; later rebranded as Aveo.
Technical copywriter, translator, and documentation at Interverbum
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1992
Technical copywriting, translation, and documentation services for technology clients.
Translator at Teknikinformation
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1996
Translation and documentation; part-time marketing manager and part-time copywriter.
Copywriter, journalist, and project manager at Intra Communication
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000
Advertising agency and web site consulting; copywriter, journalist, and project manager.
Copywriter, translator, and project manager at Aveo
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2009
Advertising agency specializing in providing marketing services for technology companies.
Co-owner at Strato Information
July 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Joint owner of Strato Information B2B advertising agency; served IBM, Ericsson, and Motorola; focus on providing communication solutions for companies marketing their products and services to other companies. Sold part of the company.
Copywriter, translator, and project manager at Aveo
January 1, 2011 - Present
My own consulting company focused on marketing services for technology companies.

Education

B.A. in English, Swedish, and Political Science at Uppsala University
January 1, 1988 - December 23, 2025
Graduate from IHR (Graduate School of Communications) at IHR
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1987
Licentiate of Philosophy in English at IHR
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
High School Teacher in Swedish and English at Teachers' Training College
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
University credits in Pedagogics, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, and Polish at Uppsala University
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Telecommunications