Mick Zijdel

Mick Zijdel is a dedicated Program and Operations Manager at Catalyze Impact, where he applies his software development skills to streamline workflows, build scalable systems, and develop the organizational infrastructure for AI Safety initiatives. His work involves recruitment, program design, logistics, and participant support for new AI Safety organizations. catalyze-impact+3

With a strong background in software development, Mick has worked as a freelance developer since 2017. He leverages these skills to automate tasks within his program management roles and has contributed to projects like the Edinburgh University Theatre Company's 'Project BlackLightning' website and authored technical blog posts. mickzijdel+1

Mick is a graduate of The University of Edinburgh with a First Class Honours BSc in Acoustics and Music Technology. During his academic career, he was involved in projects like Eduino, taught about electronics and Arduino, and conducted research for his dissertation on the acoustics of stalactites. co+1

Beyond his technical and AI Safety work, Mick is an active theatre maker. He has held numerous leadership roles, including President and Business Manager for the Edinburgh University Theatre Company (EUTC) and various committee positions for Theatre Paradok. He has also been involved in a wide range of productions as a director, producer, sound designer, production manager, and actor, actively participating in festivals like the Edinburgh Fringe. mickzijdel+2