Kristian Eriksen
null, Edinburgh GBRAbout
I am a 25-year-old Norwegian that currently pursue a MSc in Business Psychology at Heriot-Watt University. Previous work experience with sponsorship valuation and tracking of commercial values from sponsorship in Norway’s biggest consulting firm within Sport Business. I am an ambitious and curious team player that is seeking an adventure abroad.
Experience
Project Manager
Mar 2023 - Aug 2023
Collaboratively responsible with the Venue Manager for delivering a detailed production plan, overseeing setup and teardown, and managing the entire festival production with over 15,000 attendees. Demonstrates expertise in planning complex projects and practical leadership skills, leading a section of 10 middle managers and over 200 crew members.
Comitee Member of the Appeal- and legislations committee
Sep 2022 - Present
Analyst/Project Coordinator
Feb 2022 - May 2023
Managed monthly report production and delivery at Sponsor Insight, overseeing analysis transmission, maintaining tracking of commercial values from exposure measurements of sponsorships. Maintained direct client communication, supporting Managing Directors and marketing executives with inquiries, and delivering comprehensive data analyses.
Intern
Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
As a part of my Bachelors degree I was able to take on an Internship in the The Norwegian Sponsor & Event Association. I supported the organization's efforts to promote best practices and standards in the industry, and helped to organize networking events and educational seminars for members.
Internship
Mar 2021 - Mar 2021
Three week internship as a part of my bachelors degree. Kristiansand Topphåndball is an elite sport organization in Norway and my field of work was with Sponsorship and further developing the B2B-network of the club.
Marketing Consultant
Feb 2021 - Dec 2021
During my studies I worked part time as a marketing consultant for my local handball club. I was evolved in further developing the comercial work of the handball club and worked closely with the board of the club.
Board Member and head of logistics
Oct 2020 - Nov 2021
Led the logistics committee and served on the board for the National Student Sport Games Oslo, Norway's largest student festival with over 2000 participants. Co-led a 100-member organization and managed 200 volunteers from bidding to execution. Directed the logistics committee from inception, overseeing 10 members annually and 50 volunteers.
Semi-profesional handball athlete
Jun 2017 - Mar 2020
Signed my first contract at the age of 18 and played three seasons at the second highest national level. I retired my handball career at the age of 21 to pursue a career working with sport outside the field. Handball is the second largest sport in Norway.
Education
Business Psychology
- MSc Business Psychology
Sep 2023 - Present
Expected graduation in August 2024: "The Masters in Business Psychology at Heriot-Watt University is the most established MSc of its kind in Europe, enjoying a well-earned reputation for producing graduates who can improve the performance and behaviour of individuals and teams".
Sports Management
- Bachelor in Sport Management
Aug 2019 - Jun 2022
The Norwegian School of Sport Science is ranked number 2 in the world by the 2023 Shanghai-Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments. I did my bachelors degree in Sport Management taking business and management subjects related to the world of sport. I did my final thesis about Performance Culture in Sport Organizations.
Physiotherapy
Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
One year of studying the human body at Oslo Metropolitan University. Developed an understanding of the human body.
