Hi! I'm Jan, a passionate sound designer and game developer from Stockholm. With a keen ear for audio and a love for creating immersive soundscapes, I bring games and projects to life through innovative sound production and engineering. I've worked on various game projects, combining my technical skills with my creative flair to deliver engaging audio experiences. I enjoy collaborating with other creatives and constantly expanding my skill set, using a wide array of audio tools and programming languages. When I'm not working on sound or games, I dive into music production and sound design, always exploring new techniques and technologies to enhance my craft.

Hi! I'm Jan, a passionate sound designer and game developer from Stockholm. With a keen ear for audio and a love for creating immersive soundscapes, I bring games and projects to life through innovative sound production and engineering. I've worked on various game projects, combining my technical skills with my creative flair to deliver engaging audio experiences. I enjoy collaborating with other creatives and constantly expanding my skill set, using a wide array of audio tools and programming languages. When I'm not working on sound or games, I dive into music production and sound design, always exploring new techniques and technologies to enhance my craft.

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Hi! I’m Jan, a passionate sound designer and game developer from Stockholm. With a keen ear for audio and a love for creating immersive soundscapes, I bring games and projects to life through innovative sound production and engineering. I’ve worked on various game projects, combining my technical skills with my creative flair to deliver engaging audio experiences.

I enjoy collaborating with other creatives and constantly expanding my skill set, using a wide array of audio tools and programming languages. When I’m not working on sound or games, I dive into music production and sound design, always exploring new techniques and technologies to enhance my craft.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent
Swedish
Fluent

Work Experience

Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer at Wham!
December 31, 1986 - August 6, 2025
Co-founded the pop duo Wham! in 1981, performing as lead singer and songwriter. Achieved worldwide success with chart-topping hits and impactful live performances. Played a major role in the creative direction and production of the group's music, helping to shape 80s pop culture.
Small Business owner at Aalsee
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Founder & Sound Engineer at Jan Axelsson's Audio Studio
January 1, 2015 - Present
Founded an independent audio studio specializing in sound design, mixing, and production for a variety of clients including games and multimedia projects. Responsible for all aspects of studio operations, from sound editing and mixing to client communications and project management. Developed bespoke soundscapes and audio solutions tailored to client needs.
Audio Engineer & Game Developer at GameWave Studios
December 31, 2015 - August 6, 2025
Contributed as audio engineer and game developer to create interactive audio experiences in games. Produced sound effects, music tracks, and in-game voice processing. Integrated audio systems into game engines and collaborated closely with developers and artists to polish game audio quality.

Education

Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science at Royal Institute of Technology (KTH)
January 1, 2009 - June 1, 2011
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science at Royal Institute of Technology (KTH)
January 1, 2006 - December 1, 2008

Qualifications

None Specified
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
Certified Audio Engineer
May 1, 2013 - August 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Gaming, Professional Services, Other