Mikaela Sonck

Mikaela Sonck has a diverse work experience spanning over several companies and roles. Mikaela is currently the Head of Communications at UR, Sveriges Utbildningsradio AB, where they are responsible for content marketing, brand strategy, corporate communication, and customer experience. Mikaela manages a team of 30 and oversees both internal and external communication. Prior to this, Mikaela served as the Head of Media at Yle, where they were responsible for the strategy, planning, and publication of various media channels and online services. Mikaela has also worked at SVT as an acquisitions specialist and news reporter, and at Viaplay Group as a Site Manager. Additionally, Mikaela held roles at UR, Swedish Educational Broadcasting company, and Modern Times Group MTG UK. Mikaela started their career at Yle as a TV host, producer, and reporter. Throughout their career, Mikaela has demonstrated strong leadership and expertise in media and communication.

Mikaela Sonck has a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Literature and Journalism from the University of Helsinki, which they obtained from 1994 to 1999. Mikaela also pursued a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Literature from Åbo Akademi University from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, Mikaela has a Certificate in Photography from the University of the Arts London, which they obtained in 2005-2006. Mikaela has taken part in Children's Culture Studies as part of their Bachelor of Arts (BA) at the University of Stockholm from 2003 to 2004, and they were an exchange student studying Literature at the University of Aarhus in 1997-1998. In terms of additional certifications, Mikaela received a certificate from Di Close - Chefsnätverket från Dagens Industri in 2023 and was awarded the Liquid Leader 2019 certification from Hanken & SSE Executive Education.