I am Martin Sommenvik, a passionate and experienced professional in graphic design, production management, and art direction. Over the years, I have contributed to diverse projects ranging from film production to software design and scientific communication, always striving to blend creativity with functionality. My journey began with a solid educational foundation in industrial design and design studies, which has enriched my approach to both visual and project-based challenges. Throughout my career, I have embraced roles that allow me to manage productions, lead projects, and craft compelling graphic designs. I enjoy working at the intersection of design and media, leveraging my skills in various software tools and languages. Fluent in multiple languages and culturally adaptable, I thrive in collaborative environments and continue to seek new creative opportunities.

Martin Sommenvik

I am Martin Sommenvik, a passionate and experienced professional in graphic design, production management, and art direction. Over the years, I have contributed to diverse projects ranging from film production to software design and scientific communication, always striving to blend creativity with functionality. My journey began with a solid educational foundation in industrial design and design studies, which has enriched my approach to both visual and project-based challenges. Throughout my career, I have embraced roles that allow me to manage productions, lead projects, and craft compelling graphic designs. I enjoy working at the intersection of design and media, leveraging my skills in various software tools and languages. Fluent in multiple languages and culturally adaptable, I thrive in collaborative environments and continue to seek new creative opportunities.

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I am Martin Sommenvik, a passionate and experienced professional in graphic design, production management, and art direction. Over the years, I have contributed to diverse projects ranging from film production to software design and scientific communication, always striving to blend creativity with functionality. My journey began with a solid educational foundation in industrial design and design studies, which has enriched my approach to both visual and project-based challenges.

Throughout my career, I have embraced roles that allow me to manage productions, lead projects, and craft compelling graphic designs. I enjoy working at the intersection of design and media, leveraging my skills in various software tools and languages. Fluent in multiple languages and culturally adaptable, I thrive in collaborative environments and continue to seek new creative opportunities.

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Language

Swedish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Danish
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Polish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Production Manager at Slugger Film
December 31, 2025 - September 4, 2025
Led production management for the animated feature film "Bamse and the Secret of the Sea," overseeing schedules, coordination, and creative collaboration to deliver the project efficiently from 2024 to 2025.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Frank Valiant
December 31, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Provided graphic design and art direction services, managing visual identity and creative projects for diverse clients, contributing strategic and creative solutions from 2018 to 2024.
Producer / Art Director at Yellow Kid
December 31, 2018 - September 4, 2025
Managed production and art direction, coordinating creative teams and project workflows to deliver high-quality media and design work between 2017 and 2018.
Production Manager at Slugger Film
December 31, 2016 - September 4, 2025
Oversaw production management for the film "Bamse and the Witch’s Daughter," managing schedules and collaborative efforts to ensure project milestones were met from 2015 to 2016.
Project Lead, Software Design and Certification at Lionbridge / Microsoft
December 31, 2014 - September 4, 2025
Led software design and certification projects, managing cross-functional teams, ensuring quality control and documentation compliance for software solutions from 2012 to 2014.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Various Clients
December 31, 2012 - September 4, 2025
Provided graphic design services for clients including Interfleet Technology, Biotech Umeå, and e-point, delivering custom design solutions across multiple sectors from 2009 to 2012.
Graphic Designer, E-Commerce and Marketing Associate at Mercer Human Resource Consulting
December 31, 2009 - September 4, 2025
Created graphic content and supported marketing initiatives for e-commerce activities in a human resource consulting environment from 2008 to 2009.
Graphic Designer, Copywriter at Studio Bakalie
December 31, 2007 - September 4, 2025
Developed graphic design and copywriting content, supporting studio projects and campaigns in Warsaw between 2006 and 2007.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Pålsjö Ängsblad (student magazine)
December 31, 2005 - September 4, 2025
Led graphic design and art direction for the award-winning student magazine Pålsjö Ängsblad from 2000 to 2005, enhancing its visual and editorial quality.
Production Manager at Bamse and the Secret of the Sea Slugger Film
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managed production for the film 'Bamse and the Secret of the Sea,' overseeing coordination and delivery in Malmö.
Graphic Designer/Art Director at Frank Valiant
December 31, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Performed graphic design and art direction tasks, creating visual content and leading creative projects.
Producer/Art Director at Yellow Kid
December 31, 2018 - September 4, 2025
Led production and art direction efforts for creative outputs in Malmö.
Production Manager at Bamse and the Witch’s Daughter Slugger Film
December 31, 2016 - September 4, 2025
Coordinated production activities for the project 'Bamse and the Witch’s Daughter' in Malmö.
Project Lead, Software Design and Certification at Lionbridge/Microsoft
December 31, 2014 - September 4, 2025
Led software design and certification projects based in Warsaw, coordinating development and quality assurance.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Interfleet Technology, Biotech Umeå, e-point Warsaw, et al.
December 31, 2012 - September 4, 2025
Provided freelance graphic design services to multiple clients across Sweden and Poland.
Graphic Designer, E-Commerce and Marketing Associate at Mercer Human Resource Consulting
December 31, 2009 - September 4, 2025
Designed graphics and supported e-commerce and marketing initiatives in Warsaw.
Graphic Designer, Copywriter at Studio Bakalie
December 31, 2007 - September 4, 2025
Created graphic designs and copywriting content for various projects in Warsaw.
Astropad On-Suit Design Project at Department of Architecture, Lund University / Johnson Space Center, NASA
December 31, 2005 - September 4, 2025
Designed scientific communication concepts for moon and Mars missions; project presented at ISDC 2005 in Washington DC.
Graphic Designer/Art Director at Pålsjö Ängsblad
December 31, 2005 - September 4, 2025
Provided graphic design and art direction for an award-winning student magazine in Lund.

Education

Master of Industrial Design at Industrial Design Program, Lund Institute of Technology
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Design Studies at Danish Design School, Copenhagen
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Polish Language Studies at Department of East and Central European Studies, Lund University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Media Technology and Engineering Program at Linköping Institute of Technology, Campus Norrköping
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Natural Sciences Program at Holavedskolan Upper Secondary School, Tranås
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1998
Master of Industrial Design at Industrial Design Program, Lund Institute of Technology
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Design studies at Danish Design School, Copenhagen
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Polish language studies at Department of East and Central European Studies, Lund University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Media Technology and Engineering Program at Linköping Institute of Technology, Campus Norrköping
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Natural sciences program at Holavedskolan upper secondary school, Tranås
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1998

Qualifications

Finalist, SAAB Art Award
January 1, 2002 - September 4, 2025
Receiver of “Film i Lund” short film grant I am Also Human ("Jag är också människa")
January 1, 2002 - September 4, 2025
Finalist, SAAB Art Award
January 1, 2002 - September 4, 2025
"Film i Lund" short film grant for I am Also Human ("Jag är också människa")
January 1, 2002 - September 4, 2025

Industry Experience

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