Mikael Achren

Mikael Achren is a seasoned art director and creative professional with extensive experience in the gaming industry. Currently serving as Senior Art Director at Small Giant Games since May 2023, Mikael previously co-founded and held the role of Creative Director at Next Games from April 2013 to March 2023, focusing on art production and collaboration with artists. Prior to that, Mikael was Art Director at Bugbear Entertainment Ltd from October 2008 to March 2013, overseeing the visual aspects of games and managing a team of approximately 20 artists. Earlier experience includes roles as Lead Artist for the PSP version of Sega Rally and UI/Frontend/HUD Designer for Flatout 2 at Bugbear Entertainment Ltd, as well as a Graphics Artist at RedLynx from 2004 to 2005. Mikael Achren holds an educational background from Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, where studies were completed from 2002 to 2007.