Christensen started his career early in 1939, when he worked at
Georg Jensen Sølvsmedie (English: Georg Jensen Silversmithy), lasted there for 10 years. In 1944, he completed his basic apprenticeship with a journeyman’s project.
John Prip had recommended Christensen for the job role. Christensen worked at RIT until his death in 1983. He died in a car accident on January 16, 1983, in
Henrietta, New York. Christensen's work can be found in various collections including the
Vatican Museums papal art collection, and in multiple collections for European royal families. == Personal life ==