TL;DR
I'm an expert in guiding the creative process. I do this by asking questions that challenge others' thinking. Secretly I enjoy playing devil's advocate in a team setting. The biggest lesson in my career has been learning to ask for help. My sixth sense is my sense of humor.
My fascination for communication led me to study design in the first place. Now, problem-solving is my second nature. As an IDBM student, I'm fluent in design thinking, creativity, digitalization, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Currently, I'm looking for new opportunities in service design.
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In 2019, I completed my Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and Minor-studies in Visual Culture at Willem de Kooning Academy in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. During and after my BA studies, I took part in multidisciplinary projects and I completed internships in two design studios. Since my graduation, I've worked with clients in the cultural sector, as well as in the start-up environment in Finland. As a designer, I'm specialized in visual communication. My previous experiences working in interdisciplinary teams led me to apply for a Master's studies.
Currently, I'm studying in International Design Business Management (IDBM) Masters program at Aalto University. Until the end of 2022, I served as the student representative of the IDBM Programme Committee, and I worked as a Teacher's Assistant for the Systemic Design and Innovation course. Previously I've acted as a Branding Lead and Designer for the IDBM Impact Gala.
I'm excited to take the next step in my career. At the moment I'm looking for full-time work opportunities in service design, and project management. Currently, I'm writing my Master's thesis on self-leadership and creativity.
My interests include art, design, meme culture, photography, psychology, creativity, Integral Theory, Evolutionary Organisational Culture, leadership, mentoring, the future of work, digitalization, sustainable digital life, systems thinking, creative writing, and stand-up comedy. In addition, well-being at work is important to me. For this, I've completed the Mental Health First Aid -course by Mieli ry so that I can support others in times of crisis.
For work-related inquiries, contact me at sofia.j.nissila@aalto.fi