Emma Sofie Fjørtoft Otterlei

Worked as the only full-time waitress at Ona Havstuer, a remote tourist destination located out in the ocean. I handled daily restaurant service, guest check-ins/outs, reservations, payments, and overall guest communication. I also supported the small team by preparing rooms, coordinating arrivals, and managing day-to-day hotel tasks, ensuring a smooth, welcoming stay in a unique island setting.

Worked as a waitress responsible for delivering high-quality five-course dining experiences with curated wine pairings. Provided attentive table service, explained dishes and wine selections, and ensured guests received a seamless and memorable dining experience. I also helped establish and implement the opening and closing routines for a newly launched wine bar and café extension

Managed all social media platforms, arranged photoshoots, created and edited event content to enhance team visibility and engagement across channels.

Provided high-tempo service and bartending at partner clubs, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction during peak season.

Completed mandatory military service, developing discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills through structured training and unit duties.

Activities and societies: Class representative

Master's program in Medialogy focusing on programming, computer graphics, and user interface design using problem-based learning to solve real-world challenges.

Bachelor's in Multimedia Technology and Design covering programming, application development, databases, 3D graphics, video, and audio; thesis developed a VR game exploring a BIM model.

Activities and societies: Student Athlete

High school education in Art, Design and Architecture with training in art history, color theory, design principles and Adobe design tools.