I'm a public relations and communications expert with a background in project management, content management, reputation management, and copywriting. Since January 2025, I work freelance as a Copywriter, Author and PR Consultant, helping brands tell their stories, manage crisis communications, and build authentic relationships. Previously I led roles at Bettertrust GmbH and as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence in Berlin, focusing on sales, content strategy, and process optimization.

Kolja Forstbauer

I'm a public relations and communications expert with a background in project management, content management, reputation management, and copywriting. Since January 2025, I work freelance as a Copywriter, Author and PR Consultant, helping brands tell their stories, manage crisis communications, and build authentic relationships. Previously I led roles at Bettertrust GmbH and as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence in Berlin, focusing on sales, content strategy, and process optimization.

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I’m a public relations and communications expert with a background in project management, content management, reputation management, and copywriting.

Since January 2025, I work freelance as a Copywriter, Author and PR Consultant, helping brands tell their stories, manage crisis communications, and build authentic relationships. Previously I led roles at Bettertrust GmbH and as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence in Berlin, focusing on sales, content strategy, and process optimization.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Copywriter, Author & PR Consultant
January 1, 2025 - November 26, 2025
Freelance copywriter, author and PR consultant focusing on crisis communication, content management, project and internal process management.
PR Consultant at Bettertrust GmbH
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
In-house copywriter and social media content creator; crisis communication, PR & communications consulting, project & internal process management.
Junior PR Consultant at Bettertrust GmbH
February 29, 2024 - February 29, 2024
PR and communications consulting, project and internal process management.
Entrepreneur in Residence at Solidarity Drinks
April 30, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Sales, customer acquisition, project management, strategic planning, budgeting, office management.
Directing Internship at Warner Bros.
September 30, 2019 - September 30, 2019
Directing internship; organization and planning of shooting days, invoicing, office management.
Intern at MING Lab
August 31, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Mandatory Bachelor Internship; editing and translating the communications and service catalogue into English; office management.
Working Student – Ticketing Management at BB Promotion
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017
Ticketing management of reservations and seating plans; general ticket desk service and on-site box office duties.
Event Management Intern at SKS Michael Russ GmbH
August 31, 2013 - August 31, 2013
Concert organization, public relations, support for production team at open-air concerts.
Volunteer / Intensive Care Unit Support at Volunteer Social Year
March 31, 2013 - March 31, 2013
Intensive care unit support in office management and patient care.

Education

M.A. in International Development at University of Vienna
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025
B.A. in Culture and Business Administration (German Studies & Marketing/Literature) at University of Mannheim
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet