I’m the type of person who loves making things beautiful, thinking in solutions, and going for a cold ocean swim, even in January. With a background in graphic media and multimedia design, I quickly found my place in web development, where I can combine creativity with technical thinking. In my last role, I worked at a small startup where I spent most of my time turning complex ideas into simple, user-friendly interfaces. I especially enjoy creating solutions that are both clever and aesthetically pleasing. Outside of work, you’ll likely find me planning my next surf trip, playing guitar, or spending time with family and friends.

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I’m the type of person who loves making things beautiful, thinking in solutions, and going for a cold ocean swim, even in January. With a background in graphic media and multimedia design, I quickly found my place in web development, where I can combine creativity with technical thinking. In my last role, I worked at a small startup where I spent most of my time turning complex ideas into simple, user-friendly interfaces. I especially enjoy creating solutions that are both clever and aesthetically pleasing. Outside of work, you’ll likely find me planning my next surf trip, playing guitar, or spending time with family and friends.

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I’m the type of person who loves making things beautiful, thinking in solutions, and going for a cold ocean swim, even in January. With a background in graphic media and multimedia design, I quickly found my place in web development, where I can combine creativity with technical thinking. In my last role, I worked at a small startup where I spent most of my time turning complex ideas into simple, user-friendly interfaces. I especially enjoy creating solutions that are both clever and aesthetically pleasing. Outside of work, you’ll likely find me planning my next surf trip, playing guitar, or spending time with family and friends.

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Language

Icelandic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Frontend Developer at DoLand
October 12, 2023 - February 1, 2026
Development and maintenance of web and software solutions using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS. Design and development of reusable UI components and design systems to ensure a consistent and stable user interface. Close collaboration with developers, designers, managers, and the marketing team to create clear, intuitive user experiences. Continuous UX/UI improvements, involvement in planning new solutions, and enhancing quality, performance, and usability. Implementation of state management, routing, and API data handling for complex, data-driven interfaces.
Graphic Designer at SEPHORA, Copenhagen (part-time)
February 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023
Graphic design work supporting digital marketing materials and asset creation, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and cohesive look across digital channels. Assisted with visual design and optional UI/UX/CRM troubleshooting related to HTML/CSS.
Cocktail Bartender at The Flatiron, The Mudhoney
September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Mixed and served cocktails, provided customer service, and contributed to a positive bar experience.
Skincare & Cosmetic Consultant at Snyrtivöruverslunin Glæsibæ
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2019
Advised customers on skincare and cosmetic products, maintained store presentation, and supported sales activities.
Frontend Developer at Finari.dk
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Development and maintenance of web and software solutions using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS. Design and development of reusable UI components and design systems to ensure a consistent and stable user interface. Close collaboration with developers, designers, managers, and the marketing team to create clear, intuitive user experiences. Continuous UX/UI improvements, involvement in planning new solutions, and enhancing quality, performance, and usability. Implementation of state management, routing, and API data handling for complex, data-driven interfaces. Salesforce implementation for a new website targeting the Scandinavian market; collaborated with marketing and e-commerce; ensured brand guideline alignment; Photoshop asset creation; solved issues related to UI/UX and CRM (HTML/CSS).

Education

Web Development at Copenhagen School of Design and Technology
January 2, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Multimedia Design at Copenhagen School of Design and Technology
January 1, 2021 - March 17, 2026
Graphic Media Design Diploma at Technical University of Iceland
August 22, 2017 - June 17, 2019
Economics (Student Prize) at Hagfræðiskjósviðið / Stúdentpróf
August 21, 2011 - May 30, 2015
BA DEGREE at Copenhagen School of Design and Technology
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
AP DEGREE at Copenhagen School of Design and Technology
January 1, 2021 - March 17, 2026
DIPLOMA at Technical University of Iceland
January 1, 2019 - March 17, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education