I’m Harri Carlson. I work in creative show and event production, combining over 20 years of experience in show technology, special effects and live events with project management as well as commercial and operational development.
For me, creative thinking and production realities are never separate. In projects, I often work as a bridge between vision, technology and execution — making sure ideas move beyond concepts and function in real-world conditions, on schedule and in collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
How I can be involved in your project:
Creativity, show technology and leadership have gone hand in hand throughout my career. I started in pyrotechnics and gradually moved into roles with increasing responsibility, combining visual design, safety management, international logistics and overall business leadership.
Over the years, I led projects, marketing and eventually the entire operational side of a major show production company. Through this work, I learned how creative ideas are translated into technically demanding productions — and how complex show environments can be turned into controlled, safe and well-functioning processes.
Today, I develop HC Productions around this combination of creative thinking, technical expertise and strategic execution. I work on projects that require both vision and practical delivery — with the goal of creating experiences that resonate, function reliably and leave a lasting impression.
I have worked both in the field, behind the control desk, in a planning role and as a company leader. Below is a brief overview of my career.
A company built around creative planning, fountain design, show elements and production, where leadership consulting, interim roles and international trade are also combined.
I made a long career in the fireworks industry, where I had several roles. Here are the most important:
• Chief Operating Officer (COO) – responsibility for the entire company's operational activities 2021 - 2025
• Marketing Director - responsibility for branding, communication and sales support 2018 - 2021
• Development Director - developed internal processes and new business models 2016 - 2018
I also worked in various specialist roles over the years:
• Tuusulan Fireworks Factory Manager – responsibility for factory safety, compliance and authority cooperation 2013 - 2025
• Head of Display Department - responsibility for fireworks display sales and implementation 2013 - 2016
• Product Manager - responsibility for supply chain, product procurement, import processes and quality control 2009-2013
The education has given me a solid foundation for understanding service and event business operations, as well as the ability to combine customer experience, safety and financial perspective into a single whole.
Below are a few examples of the types of situations I work with and how I help projects move forward. Every project is always tailored to the client’s goals, resources and operating environment.
WA water show designed for a city light festival, combining music-synchronised fountains, lighting and show control into a cohesive experience. The project included concept development, technical design, programming and production coordination as part of a larger event framework.
An event involving multiple partners, a tight schedule and high safety requirements. I was responsible for overall production management, including scheduling, permit processes and coordination — ensuring the project remained controlled and coherent from start to finish.
Consulting and hands-on operational support for companies working with sourcing, imports and distribution. The work covered product range planning, partner selection, pricing and logistics, as well as practical collaboration with international suppliers.
Tell me briefly what you are planning — an event concept, special effects, water show, project coordination or something else. I’ll get back to you as soon as possible and we’ll find the right way forward.