
Malte Gustavsson
Behind the pixels.
Hi,
I’m a versatile UX/UI & Visual Designer specializing in accessibility & universal design with nearly two decades of creating inclusive, sustainable solutions that drive positive impact and lasting change.
My background in the public sector and NGOs has given me a deep understanding of complex systems and human needs. Today, I apply that expertise to design digital solutions that are clear, inclusive, and purposeful. This is me:
Precision
The Systems Thinker. I build robust design systems, care deeply about accessibility (WCAG is my love language), and make sure every detail serves clarity and logic. Inclusion for me isn’t an afterthought — it’s where I start.
Play
The Creative Explorer. I find unconventional paths and solutions to a problem. I’m also the one playing The Final Countdown on air guitar when the deadline is two hours away.
❤️ UX DESIGNER WITH A HEART
Empathy first.
♿ Accessibility Standards
WCAG Obsessed.
💻 FAVORITE DESIGN TOOL
Figma (and the ‘Tidy Up’ button).
🇦 FAVORITE FONT
Atkinson Hyperlegible
(which you’re in fact looking at right now!)
🎸 Crunch-time Anthem
Europe – The Final Countdown
(Non-negotiable)
⚠️ Relatable Error State
“I think I just deleted the whole design system.”
(Don’t worry, I always backup!)
🎷 Avid swing Jazz Dancer
“Learn the steps and then forget them. Go out on the dance floor and just dance.” /Dawn Hampton
Experience
UX/UI Designer
(freelance & studies)
Magma UX Design
2024–
Graphic Designer
The Swedish Outdoor Association
2022–2023
Communications Officer / Graphic Designer
Stockholm City Mission
2021–2022
Graphic Designer / Marketing Coordinator
Emmaus Stockholm
(now Artikel 2)
2017–2020
Graphic Designer
Green Party Sweden
2015
Graphic Designer
The Keep Sweden Tidy Foundation
2011–2012
AD / Graphic Designer
Codesign AB · Klima X, Norsk Teknisk Museum
2007–2008
Communications Officer
SVT, Swedish Television’s Environmental Department
1998–1999
Communications Officer
Swedish Society for Nature Conservation (SSNC)
1996–1997
Education
UX Design
Nackademin / Noroff
2024–2026
Universal Design of Digital Accessibility
— Grade A
Mid Sweden University
2023
Graphic Design & Illustration
– Bachelor of Fine Arts
Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts & Design
2003–2006
Honors & Awards
- First prize, SCREEN annual poster competition – exhibited at FESPA, Sign Scandinavia, Grafikens Hus
- Leading Edge Award – Best Visitor Experience, Klima X exhibition, Norsk Teknisk Museum
- Estrid Ericssons Stiftelse
- Eva & Oscar Ahréns Stiftelse
Languages
- Swedish (native)
- English (full professional)
- Spanish (limited working)
- French (elementary)
Tools
- Figma (inc. FigJam)
- Miro
- Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Adobe XD)
- WordPress
- Canva (image and video editing)