Jacob Forss
— Designer
Available for work

For me, design is a constant pursuit of clarity.
What happens if something changes? How will users respond? Are we adding meaning or just features? What are we really trying to solve?


That’s where I come in —
Hi, I’m Jacob🧑🏼‍💻 👋, your next designer.

Case Study

A SaaS for Customer Contact in Creative Agencies

— High competence in digital design

"Under sin tid hos oss har Jacob visat prov på hög kompetens och stora kunskaper inom digital design. Jacob är ambitiös och utvecklas i en snabb takt. Det är ingen som helst tvekan om att han kommer lyckas väldigt bra i branschen."

Patrik Olausson / UX Designer

— Outstanding project management skills

"Jacob har skött sina arbetsuppgifter på ett utmärkt sätt, tagit stort ansvar och egna initiativ och visat prov på utomordentliga projektledaregenskaper. Han har en positiv inställning, är driven, pålitlig, stabil och samtidigt kreativ och idérik."

Christina Sandell / Art Director

— Quick and creative

"Jacob är en pålitlig och effektiv samarbetspartner, vilket resulterade i en smidig arbetsprocess och uppnådda mål. Han visade även prov på snabbhet och kreativitet i idéutveckling och innehållsskapande."

Åsa Vidén / CEO & Founder

— Trustworty and reliable

"Jacob är en pålitlig och effektiv samarbetspartner, vilket resulterade i en smidig arbetsprocess och uppnådda mål. Han visade även prov på snabbhet och kreativitet i idéutveckling och innehållsskapande."

Åsa Vidén / CEO & Founder

References

Experience

@ Freelance Designer
2023 - 2025

Product Designer

I’m currently at a startup called GitSum, building a full web product from the ground up. I’m responsible for the design of the product — from the product itself to UX, UI and branding.

@ Göteborgs Stad
2024

Creative Project Manager

GbgOpen is a creative collaboration between YRGO, the City of Gothenburg, and some of the top creative agencies in Gothenburg. As Creative Project Manager, I led planning and creative direction — from guiding from pitch to final delivery.

@ Haj Agency - Internship
2023 - 2024

Digital Designer

As the second designer, I worked across branding, product design, and UI/UX — shaping visual identity and user experience for various clients.

Education

Digital Designer

Higher Vocational Education
@ YRGO
2022 - 2024

Art Direction 101

Course Through Scholarship
@ Aprender Design
2023

Estetiska Programmet

High School
@ Örjan Gymnasiet
2017 - 2020

Awards

Scholarship - Digital Designer

Adlerbertska Premiestiftelsen

" Awarded a scholarship for exceptional engagement with external stakeholders, serving as an ambassador for the program, and consistently delivering high-quality and creative work — often with surprising results"

Copywriter of the Year

Beyond Communication, Komm / 48H 2022

Awarded in collaboration with Louisen Nilsson, Donna Lee & Björn Torstensson

About

In my work, I try to learn, grow, and go beyond what’s expected. Working towards deadlines and clear goals keeps me motivated. I just love the early ideation phase of a project, where creativity has no limits. But bringing ideas to life, delivering polished work, and seeing people actually enjoy what you’ve made
—that’s what it’s all about for me.

Besides needing the occasional reminder that it's time for lunch, I'm a social person who brings energy to my team. In past roles, I’ve initiated everything from Thursday lunch runs and after-work gatherings to team-building events.
When I’m not designing, you’ll likely find me rock climbing, exploring cities or working on one of my (at least three) side projects. Right now, I’m building a tool that lets you display your GitHub stats — perfect for recruiters or anyone checking out your work.

I currently live in Gothenburg, working and enjoying life.
© 2024 Jacob Forss. All Rights Reserved.
If you are reading this, I hope you’re having a great day! ☕️ ✨

Contact

jacobarnborgforss@gmail.com
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