Hi, I’m Chris Hoellriegl, a freelance development and education specialist with a passion for storytelling, education, and social impact. I design curricula, produce podcasts, and create multimedia content for NGOs, universities, and communities across Africa, Asia, and Europe, focusing on sustainable development, health promotion, and gender equality. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote environments, weaving research, design, and training to empower learners and communities. I’m fluent in German and English, with working knowledge of Spanish and French, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, engaging media and training that drives real-world change.

Chris Hoellriegl

Hi, I’m Chris Hoellriegl, a freelance development and education specialist with a passion for storytelling, education, and social impact. I design curricula, produce podcasts, and create multimedia content for NGOs, universities, and communities across Africa, Asia, and Europe, focusing on sustainable development, health promotion, and gender equality. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote environments, weaving research, design, and training to empower learners and communities. I’m fluent in German and English, with working knowledge of Spanish and French, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, engaging media and training that drives real-world change.

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Hi, I’m Chris Hoellriegl, a freelance development and education specialist with a passion for storytelling, education, and social impact. I design curricula, produce podcasts, and create multimedia content for NGOs, universities, and communities across Africa, Asia, and Europe, focusing on sustainable development, health promotion, and gender equality. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote environments, weaving research, design, and training to empower learners and communities.

I’m fluent in German and English, with working knowledge of Spanish and French, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, engaging media and training that drives real-world change.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Advanced
Latin
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder / Project Lead (SDG Education Platform) at Lady Philosophia Initiative (Self-initiated SDG Projects)
November 1, 2019 - August 31, 2022
Launched a teaching platform; designed website; marketed and managed partnerships; conducted sustainability workshops; created language courses in schools; mentored 30 new English tutors; produced newsletters and managed social media; oversaw Campus TV materials and content for SDG education (focus on English, gender and health).
Freelance Sustainable Development Specialist at Self-employed / Global Youth Football Club RK, IN
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2022
Advised on sustainable development strategies, co-created content, delivered workshops, and contributed to curriculum development for community projects and NGO initiatives.
English Campus TV Host / Producer at Campus TV (SOAS / HK context)
November 1, 2022 - August 20, 2023
Hosted and produced English-language campus TV content for learners; scriptwriting, filming and weekly editing; promoted language learning through blogs and social media.
German Podcast Host / Producer at Rock Your Mind / Campus Media
November 1, 2022 - Present
Hosted and produced a German-language podcast focusing on SDGs and social action; engaged broad audiences and promoted the German language.
First Aid Curriculum Designer
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Conducted primary research on health awareness initiatives and developed a First Aid curriculum and manual for over 20 schools focused on SDG 3 and health promotion.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Economics at SOAS University, UK
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
AI for Development Specialization at SOAS University, UK
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

TEFL Certification
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
FA Level 1 Coaching Football
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
IBM AI for Business Specialization
March 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Economics
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026
Master of Science in Development Studies
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026
AI for Development Specialization
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
SEO Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026
Understanding Research Methods
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet