Hello!
My name is Alexander Lindebrand and I am a CDO/CTO that gets a kick out of using the opportunities that digitalization offers to develop new digital experiences across different types of platforms. With a background in graphic design, web development and photography I like to get creative and hands on in the different projects and products that I supervise.
Below you will find an excerpt of my work experience, education and skills. For a complete list, including projects, publications, certifications and volunteer experiences please visit and connect with me at www.linkedin.com/in/lindebrand
Work Experience
CDO/CTO Norra Småland
Östgöta Media AB
March 2018 – Present
In early 2018, Swepress Media was acquired by the media group NTM. After the takeover I took part in a project merging the two companies together. I supervised the integration of Swepress Medias digital media into NTM:s ecosystem as well as the dismantling of obsolete technologies and services.
CDO/CTO
Swepress Media AB
Nov 2014 – March 2018
In charge of the groups digital media and the technologies that drive them. Making sure all departments have the tools they need in the pursuit of delivering the right experience to our stakeholders, such as readers, subscribers, advertisers and staff.
Project management of internal and external resources from start to finish, delivering digital products and services such as e-papers, news websites, live video productions, digital signage systems, e-commerce and ad services.
Creating and executing different strategies and workflows to make the digital media an integral part of the business and facilitate its growth.
Ad producer for print & web, webmaster
Swepress Media AB
Jan 2013 – Nov 2014
Producing ads for print & web for all newspapers owned by Swepress Media. Fast productions demanding speed and precision. Ads produced from both briefs given by clients or sales as well as from scratch by myself. Communicating with clients and sales team for support and approval of the ads produced.
Supervising the development and release of new websites and digital services developed by outside agency for each newspaper. In charge for the daily upkeep and updating of articles, ads and static content on said websites and their social media.
Education
Undergraduate courses
Northern Arizona University, USA
2011 – 2011
I have spent an exchange semester abroad in Flagstaff, Arizona, USA, where I took courses in graphic design, web development and photography. During my semester abroad my spoken English improved considerably to a point where I feel extremely comfortable with both speaking and writing in English.
Bachelor’s degree, Application of Technology
Jönköping University, Sweden
2010 – 2011
After my college degree I extended my studies with an optional extra year where the courses focused on project management and leadership. During my final project work we created a social network for web and iOS.
College degree, Graphic design and Web Development
Jönköping University, Sweden
2008 – 2010
A two year long program where I learned powerful and effective graphic design, beautiful web design and the art of web programming. I also studied photography, marketing and project methods amongst others. During the final semester I completed a one month trip to China for a workplace based project.
Technology program, Computer Technology
Vimmerby Gymnasium
2004 – 2007
Three year long technology programme with a focus on computer technologies.
Skills
Industry knowledge
- Project management
- Product development
- Digital strategy
- Web development
- Graphic design
- Social media
- Webmaster services
- Photography
- Video production
- Automation scripting
Tools & Technologies
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- PHP
- Python
- SQL
- Git
- AutoHotKey
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Open Broadcast Software
Other
Languages
- Swedish (Native)
- English (Professional working proficiency)
Other
- International drivers license