I am a seasoned project leader and producer based in Stockholm. I have a track record of building strong teams, securing partnerships, acquiring format licenses from the US and UK, and leading the development and sales of formats. I have produced live on-tape shows for public broadcasters and for the Swedish armed forces, and I am in charge of budgeting, scheduling and recruitment. I also build partnerships and manage product placements across several productions.\n\nMy curiosity drives me to continually learn and improve. I enjoy shaping organizations into effective teams where both the company and the people involved can thrive, and I relish finding creative, cost-efficient ways to deliver high-quality productions while exploring new opportunities.

Eric Linschooten

I am a seasoned project leader and producer based in Stockholm. I have a track record of building strong teams, securing partnerships, acquiring format licenses from the US and UK, and leading the development and sales of formats. I have produced live on-tape shows for public broadcasters and for the Swedish armed forces, and I am in charge of budgeting, scheduling and recruitment. I also build partnerships and manage product placements across several productions.\n\nMy curiosity drives me to continually learn and improve. I enjoy shaping organizations into effective teams where both the company and the people involved can thrive, and I relish finding creative, cost-efficient ways to deliver high-quality productions while exploring new opportunities.

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I am a seasoned project leader and producer based in Stockholm. I have a track record of building strong teams, securing partnerships, acquiring format licenses from the US and UK, and leading the development and sales of formats. I have produced live on-tape shows for public broadcasters and for the Swedish armed forces, and I am in charge of budgeting, scheduling and recruitment. I also build partnerships and manage product placements across several productions.\n\nMy curiosity drives me to continually learn and improve. I enjoy shaping organizations into effective teams where both the company and the people involved can thrive, and I relish finding creative, cost-efficient ways to deliver high-quality productions while exploring new opportunities.

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Language

Swedish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Dutch
Intermediate
German
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Producer at Trombon Media
January 1, 2019 - Present
Co-founded and set up the Stockholm office; initiated partnerships and acquired format licenses from the US and UK; led the development of formats and sales; produced live on-tape shows for public broadcasters and the Swedish armed forces; responsible for budgeting, scheduling, and recruitment.
Executive Producer at Alaska Film & TV
June 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Helped set up the Norwegian branch and contributed to establishing the production company; secured a 13 Mkr show commission; oversaw development of shows, budgeting, staffing, and the look and feel; built product placement partnerships.
Executive Producer at Nyhetsbolaget
July 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Joined to secure overall production quality and improve relations between production, host and broadcaster; later produced another show to lift quality, improve broadcaster and sponsor relationships, streamline production, and increase profitability.
Executive Producer at Endemol Norway
October 1, 2010 - April 30, 2015
Established and set up the Norwegian branch of Endemol; recruited key personnel; sold and executively produced shows; responsible for budget, growth, sales, and day-to-day operations; managed company policy and client relations; scouted market opportunities and fostered partnerships.
Executive Producer at To The Moon A/S
January 1, 2009 - October 1, 2010
Set up the Norwegian branch of Denmark’s largest independent television production company; recruited essential personnel; sold and executively produced Norwegian shows; managed budgets and localization/acquisitions.
Executive Producer/Head Of Sales - Nordics at 2way traffic
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Led executive production and Nordic sales efforts for the company; oversaw production quality and sales strategy across the Nordic market.
Head Of Post, Exec. Producer at Strix Norway
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2007
Oversaw post-production operations and served as executive producer for Norwegian projects; ensured quality and timely delivery.
Post Production Editor at Meter Television
January 1, 2003 - Present
Edited and supervised post-production for various programs; contributed to final production quality.
Consulting Producer, Director at MTV Produktion
January 1, 2002 - Present
Provided consulting production services and directed projects for MTV Produktion.
Director at Meter Television
January 1, 2002 - Present
Directed television productions and contributed to show development.
Director, Consulting Producer at MTV Produktion
January 1, 2001 - Present
Directed programs and provided consulting production expertise.
Executive Producer at TV3
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Led production as executive producer; oversaw budgets, schedules, and broadcaster relations for multiple shows.
Commissioning Editor at ZTV
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
Commissioning editor responsible for program development and commissioning decisions.
Director, Scriptwriter at Baluba
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Directed and wrote scripts for projects at Baluba.
Producer, Director, Post Producer at Kanon TV
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995
Produced, directed, and served as post producer for Kanon TV projects.
Various unrelated positions in sales at Various
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1992
Various sales roles across different companies.
Executive Producer/Head Of Sales at Nordics 2way Traffic
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Led sales in the Nordic region; produced shows; oversaw budgets; contributed to growth and development of the Nordic market.
Various roles (Sales) at Kanon TV
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1992
Various unrelated positions in sales.

Education

TV and Video Production at Swedish Dramatic Institute
January 1, 1991 - June 5, 2026
Advertising and Marketing at RMI Berghs
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990
High School Degree, Economics at Nacka Gymnasium
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1985
Diploma in TV and Video Production at Swedish Dramatic Institute
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991
Advertising and Marketing at RMI Berghs
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990
High School Degree, Economics at Nacka Gymnasium
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1985

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Education