Hákon Jarl Hannesson

Hákon Jarl Hannesson is an accomplished game designer with extensive experience in the gaming industry. Currently serving as a Senior Game Designer at CCP Games since August 2023, Hákon previously held roles including External Game Designer at IO Interactive and Senior Level Designer at Myrkur Games. Early career experience includes positions as Level Designer and System Administrator at IO Interactive and TDC, respectively. Hákon's background also encompasses internship experience at PortaPlay ApS, software testing at Oticon A/S, and technical artistry at Dadiu, contributing to the award-nominated game SCOUTS! Hákon holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Medialogy from Aalborg University, as well as a Matriculation Examination from the Commercial College of Iceland.