Martin has studied copywriting at Westerdals and holds a master’s degree in Film Theory from Lillehammer University College. He was previously the manager of Ås Cinema, where he increased yearly attendance from about 5000 to 17500 audiences by emphasizing film dissemination, events and maintaining a close relationship to the audience through local press and social media. Martin has also worked for The Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund, NATT&DAG and Bygdekinoen, and is a board member of The Norwegian Federation of Film Societies.