Marten Overvliet has a diverse professional background spanning several decades in various sectors. Since October 2018, Marten has been involved as a volunteer at Doornroosje, contributing to community initiatives. In addition, since October 2020, Marten has served as the chairman of the Huurders belangen vereniging Nijmegen. Marten's earlier experience includes a significant role at the Antenna Foundation Stichting Antenna from 2001 to 2016, focusing on helpdesk and web design. Prior positions include system administrator for primary schools at fcOnderwijs and sound engineering at O42. Marten also worked as a journalist technician at Radio Rataplan and as a group leader at St Maartens kliniek. Marten holds a bachelor's degree in system management from fc Onderwijs and a degree from Sociale Academie.