Jacob Mikkelsen

Jacob Mikkelsen is a highly experienced game designer with over 14 years in the industry, currently serving as Principal Level Designer and Game Director at IO Interactive since June 2013. Mikkelsen has a strong background in level design, having contributed significantly as Lead Level Designer for Hitman: Absolution and as Principal Level Designer for the HITMAN series, focusing on creating immersive AAA experiences. Prior to this, Mikkelsen worked on notable titles such as Kane and Lynch: Dead Men and various Hitman games, where responsibilities included gameplay scripting and AI development. Earlier career experience includes a role as a Software Developer at Alta A/S, specializing in production software for the automotive industry. Mikkelsen holds educational credentials from Niels Brock, where studies were completed between 1997 and 2000.