Kostas Katsikas
About Kostas Katsikas
Kostas Katsikas serves as the Head of Sound Content at Ableton, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in sound content management and agile coaching, with previous roles at Ableton and Native Instruments.
Work at Ableton
Kostas Katsikas has held multiple roles at Ableton since 2015. He currently serves as the Head of Sound Content, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the development and management of sound content for Ableton's products. Prior to this, he worked as a Sound Content Manager from 2019 to 2021, where he focused on enhancing the quality and variety of sound libraries. Katsikas also contributed to the company as an Agile Coach from 2015 to 2019, implementing agile methodologies to improve team performance and project outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Kostas Katsikas has an extensive educational background in information systems and music composition. He earned an Engineering Diploma in Information and Communication Systems from the University of the Aegean, completing his studies from 2003 to 2009. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Information Systems Management at the same university from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he studied Studio Composition at Goldsmiths, University of London, where he achieved a Master of Music (MMus) in 2011.
Background in Native Instruments
Before joining Ableton, Kostas Katsikas worked at Native Instruments, where he held various positions from 2011 to 2015. He started as a QA & Supporter for Business Applications from 2011 to 2013, ensuring the quality of software products. He then transitioned to a Consultant for Business Applications from 2013 to 2014, providing expert advice on software solutions. Finally, he served as a Scrum Master for nearly a year, facilitating agile practices within the team to enhance project delivery.