Hi, I’m Nicole Hochschild, a communications professional with 15+ years of experience in internal and external communications, strategic messaging, and corporate engagement. I’m multilingual, fluent in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, and I’m passionate about innovative storytelling and content production. I thrive on transforming complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across digital and traditional channels. I design and implement communication strategies that boost engagement, improve transparency, and support corporate objectives. My experience spans digital communication, internal and external events, and virtual collaboration, with a focus on measurable impact and inclusive, globally dispersed teams.

Nicole Hochschild

Hi, I’m Nicole Hochschild, a communications professional with 15+ years of experience in internal and external communications, strategic messaging, and corporate engagement. I’m multilingual, fluent in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, and I’m passionate about innovative storytelling and content production. I thrive on transforming complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across digital and traditional channels. I design and implement communication strategies that boost engagement, improve transparency, and support corporate objectives. My experience spans digital communication, internal and external events, and virtual collaboration, with a focus on measurable impact and inclusive, globally dispersed teams.

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Hi, I’m Nicole Hochschild, a communications professional with 15+ years of experience in internal and external communications, strategic messaging, and corporate engagement. I’m multilingual, fluent in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, and I’m passionate about innovative storytelling and content production. I thrive on transforming complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across digital and traditional channels.

I design and implement communication strategies that boost engagement, improve transparency, and support corporate objectives. My experience spans digital communication, internal and external events, and virtual collaboration, with a focus on measurable impact and inclusive, globally dispersed teams.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
Serbian
Beginner
Swahili
Beginner

Work Experience

Internal Communication and Sustainability Manager at Symbiotics Group
February 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
Developed and executed internal communication strategies to increase transparency and engagement globally. Led messaging, content creation, events, and managed corporate sustainability including achieving B Corp Certification (2021) with continued improvement by 2025.
Internal Communication Specialist at UNITAR (United Nations Institute for Training and Research)
June 1, 2017 - February 1, 2019
Implemented internal communication strategy to improve knowledge sharing and collaboration across departments. Managed social media platforms and created content. Developed newsletters, executive updates, training materials, and launched an internal welcome guide for onboarding.
Communications Manager at Colegio Helvetia de Bogota
January 1, 2015 - June 1, 2016
Developed and executed a comprehensive internal and external communications plan. Produced multilingual reports, video content, and digital materials; coordinated virtual event communication strategies with effective audience engagement.
Marketing Officer at Office of Communications International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
January 1, 2009 - November 1, 2009
Implemented global communication campaigns to enhance visibility of humanitarian initiatives; developed marketing materials for digital and print; managed partnerships with field offices to ensure cohesive messaging.
Professional Staff at Office of Communications and Public Information, United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET)
November 1, 1999 - November 1, 2000
Drafted stories for the UN spokesperson’s daily media briefings and UN publications; developed publications projects, managed budget, and facilitated internal communications.
Delegate at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) – Nairobi, Brazzaville, Kinshasa
January 1, 1996 - October 1, 1997
Led regional communication activities, produced newsletters, prepared press releases, and managed external relations with international organizations.
Communications & Public Relations (various roles) at Cornerstone Communications
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Implemented global communication campaigns, developed marketing materials, and managed partnerships across the US and Europe.
Communications & Public Relations (various roles) at The Rowland Company
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1996
Public relations and communications activities for clients in Zurich.
Communications & Public Relations (various roles) at Trimedia
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992
Public relations agency work supporting international campaigns and client communications.

Education

Master of Science in International Communications & International Relations at Boston University
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications & Public Relations at California State University Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
English Literature, History of Art, Mass Communications at University of Zurich
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Diplôme at Cours de Civilisation et Langue Française, Sorbonne University
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Swiss Federal Maturity Diploma - Typus B at Freudenberg Gymnasium, Zurich
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026

Qualifications

The Accountable Manager
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
CSR & Sustainability Training
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Excel for Business
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026

Industry Experience

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