I'm an experienced project manager in the cultural and music sector, with a background spanning both organisations and self-employment. I have a proven track record of leading and delivering major music projects, and I also run my own record label and live events. My approach is proactive and solutions-focused, with an efficient workflow and a strong emphasis on quality and delivery against shared objectives. I collaborate closely with industry stakeholders and partners to realise ambitious creative visions, leveraging a hands-on mindset and a passion for mentoring and teaching through industry courses and studio work.

Magnus Kløvnes Lauritzen

I'm an experienced project manager in the cultural and music sector, with a background spanning both organisations and self-employment. I have a proven track record of leading and delivering major music projects, and I also run my own record label and live events. My approach is proactive and solutions-focused, with an efficient workflow and a strong emphasis on quality and delivery against shared objectives. I collaborate closely with industry stakeholders and partners to realise ambitious creative visions, leveraging a hands-on mindset and a passion for mentoring and teaching through industry courses and studio work.

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I’m an experienced project manager in the cultural and music sector, with a background spanning both organisations and self-employment. I have a proven track record of leading and delivering major music projects, and I also run my own record label and live events. My approach is proactive and solutions-focused, with an efficient workflow and a strong emphasis on quality and delivery against shared objectives.

I collaborate closely with industry stakeholders and partners to realise ambitious creative visions, leveraging a hands-on mindset and a passion for mentoring and teaching through industry courses and studio work.

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Language

Norwegian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Project Manager at Mindy Support
May 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Ethics and quality-assurance annotator, correction, and training of AI systems. Delivered work for Apple Inc.’s Apple Intelligence programme.
Project Manager at Musikkontoret Brak, Bergen
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Overall responsibility for the Bergen Songs and Fjaler Songs songwriting camps. Led planning, budgeting, funding applications, and national and international networking. Relaunched Bergen Songs for the first time since Covid and initiated the “Mini Bergen Songs” project as part of Vill Vill Vest.
CEO / Founder at Likely AS
August 1, 2019 - December 1, 2025
Founded an independent music organisation that, within a few years, became one of the fastest-growing and most widely recognised record labels and event organisers in the Norwegian club music scene. Collaborations included Music Norway, Arts Council Norway, the City of Bergen, Ekkofestivalen and Virgin Music Group. Released artists such as Bjørn Torske, Niilas and Telephones, and hosted club nights featuring Paramida, Hunee, Blue Hour and Luca Lozano, among others. Also delivered industry courses and ran a professional studio, contributing to a lasting impact on Norway’s club and music community.
Audio Engineer / Music Producer at Self-Employed (Made In Sane Studio and Paperclip Studios)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2021
Ran and managed Made In Sane Studio and Paperclip Studios, specialising in composition, mixing and mastering. Worked with artists including Aurora, Kygo and Sigrid, and with organisations such as Ultra, Universal and Warner. Signed to Budde Music Publishing during this period. Work also included domestic and international sessions and travel, as well as composing and producing music for advertising and film.
Support Worker at Mental Health Services, City of Bergen
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021
Provided individual support for service users with complex needs, including autism, substance misuse and schizophrenia.
Founder / Team Lead at Northern Lights Events, Lofoten
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Founded Northern Lights Events in Lofoten, overseeing concept-to-delivery, budgeting, funding applications and administration. Delivered 10 sold-out events; precursor to today’s Høllafest.
Artist / DJ / Musician at Self-Employed
January 1, 2005 - Present
DJ since 2005 with a primary focus on electronic club music. Performed at a wide range of major and independent festivals and clubs internationally.

Education

Continuing professional education in Business Development for the Cultural Industry at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
January 1, 2014 - April 30, 2026
Music Production at University of Inland Norway
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Summer Course in Audio Engineering at NISS
January 1, 2005 - April 30, 2026

Qualifications

Driver’s licence (B)
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education