Who?

I am an award-winning multidisciplinary designer with over two decades of experience tackling creative challenges both domestically and internationally. My career spans salaried positions and startups, where I have crafted solutions in graphic design, UX design, product design, concept development, and illustration.

JAAKKO HYVÄRINEN M.A.
jaakko [at] officehyvarinen.fi
Helsinki

ENDORSEMENTS
Nelli Såger​​​​​​​
Ville Kokkonen
Aleksi Hoffman
Toni Sallinen

EDUCATION

Master of Arts 
Product and Spatial Design
Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture

Bachelor of Arts in Design
Furniture Design Program
Lahti Institute of Design


Skills
UI/UX Design
Art Direction
Graphic Design
Product Design
Industrial Design
3D Modelling
Illustration
Motion Design

TOOLS OF MY TRADE
Figma
Sketch
Affinity Designer
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe After Effects
Cinema 4D
Rhino
Fusion360

HOW I SPEND MY DAYS OFF
Hiking

Photographing
Mountain Biking
Swimming
Drawing

Playing games
WORK EXPERIENCE

Freelancer 
Current

I’ve crafted amazing user experiences, brought illustrations to life, designed eye-catching visual identities, and laid out books with style. 
HELTTI
Product Designer
Helsinki, 2021-2023
I created a intuitive and easy to use app for occupational healthcare provider Heltti. 

Frameright
Designer and Partner
Helsinki and Berlin, 2017 – 2020
I designed a sleek, intuitive, and user-friendly software along with a distinctive and stunning visual identity that reflects the brand's personality, industry, and values.

YOU-app, Fifth Corner Inc
Designer and Partner 
Helsinki, 2013 – 2019  
My diverse responsibilities included UI/UX design, concept development, and visual identity creation. 
Actively participated in securing funding, which culminated in an investment from Jamie Oliver's investment company.

NORDIC COUNTRY HOME
Product Designer
Ho Chi Minh City, 2013
I was responsible for designing the company's own furniture line, overseeing production, and liaising with local factories. The project provided valuable experience in design, collaboration with international companies, and managing manufacturing processes.


RECOGNITIONS

2017
Winner, Uutisraivaaja, Helsingin Sanomain Säätiö, Frameright

2006
Gold Award, Vuoden Huiput, Armo.fi
Silver Award, Vuoden Huiput, Helsingin Sanomat Short Stories 
Honorable Mention, Best Design, Grand One, Nokia High Seize
Honorable Mention, Best Campaign, Grand One, Helsingin Sanomat Short Stories
Honorable Mention, Best Design, Grand One, Armo.fi

2005
Cyber Finalist, Cannes Lions, Nokia N-Gage ONE
Finalist, New York Festivals, Nokia N-Gage ONE
Finalist, Eurobest, Nokia High Seize
Best Design, Grand One, Nokia N-Gage ONE


JURY MEMBERSHIP

2008
Design Category, Grand One


EXHIBITIONS & FAIRS

2019
Vienna Design Week
Vienna

2017
Pro Arte Utili, Galleria Lemmetti
Helsinki

2016
Nothing to Declare, Tulli- ja Pakkahuone
Helsinki

2016
Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair
Stockholm

2013
Design Forum Finland
Helsinki

2011
Habitare Furniture Fair
Helsinki

2010
Habitare Furniture Fair
Helsinki
For all your creative needs.
jaakko [at] officehyvarinen.fi
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