ABOUT

Hey! I’m Haakon, a Norwegian-American graphic designer who loves old movies, a good bite to eat, and a good creative challenge.

After years of study, freelancing, and rewarding internships, I graduated from Millersville University in Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Design (BDes) in 2019. Needing a change, I moved to Oslo, Norway, to get my start in the design world.

Ever since, I’ve worked full-time as a graphic and packaging designer at Nortura —Norway’s largest meat and egg supplier and a farmers’ cooperative — helping create a host of designs for an ever-changing and challenging retail market. I’ve worked frequently with their brands Gilde, PRIOR, VILTi, and specialty product groups, including freeze-dried foods, ready meals, and canned goods.

I’ve also enjoyed a long career as a freelance designer with projects ranging from album covers and small business logos to comprehensive branding and packaging solutions for both established and growing companies.

I’m currently available for freelance projects, with a particular focus on packaging for food and beverages, especially wine, spirits, and RTD cocktails.