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Alessandra Doëll

Head of Global Communication

Alessandra Doëll
Au, Switzerland

Experience

Apr 2013 - Feb 2021
7 years 11 months

Head of Global Communication

Oerlikon Balzers AG

  • Developed and implemented branding strategy
  • Managed global trade fair concepts
  • Advanced CI/CD implementation across communications
  • Produced image and technical articles, press releases, interviews
  • Developed social media strategy
  • Set up customer magazine in print and digital
  • Managed above-the-line and below-the-line marketing
  • Conceptualized global showrooms
  • Led digitalization communication initiatives
  • Implemented central brand strategy at product level
  • Developed worldwide communication concepts including POS and trade fairs
  • Designed nomenclature for technologies, coatings, equipment and services
  • Held global budget responsibility
  • Coordinated and monitored international activities
  • Conducted competition and market analysis
  • Organized annual communication meetings
  • Established integrated CRM concept
  • Managed data assets and sales support tools
  • Implemented target group–oriented CRM measures
  • Led internal communications including People Announcements and newsletters
  • Developed global communication concepts for white- and blue-collar employees
  • Created pyramidal communication structure
  • Established COVID-19 motivational communication concept
Oct 2005 - Jul 2012
6 years 10 months

Director Communications, Voice of the Company

Leica Geosystems AG

  • Responsible for communications strategy
  • Managed 4 teams (20 employees)
Oct 2004 - Oct 2005
1 year 1 month

Director Marketing Communication, S&E Division

Leica Geosystems AG

  • Marketing communication for S&E division
Jul 2003 - Aug 2004
1 year 2 months

Stilbezirk Werbeagentur

Jul 2003 - Aug 2004
1 year 2 months

Strategic Counseling Gruppe Advertising Agency

Jul 2003 - Aug 2004
1 year 2 months

Superpoli Supermarkets

Oct 1998 - Jul 2003
4 years 10 months

Manager International Communication

Grundig AG

  • Managed international communication
  • Customer relationship management
  • Nomenclature development
  • Fine Arts Line (High End) worldwide launch
  • Responsible for 4 employees
Nov 1997 - Aug 1998
10 months

Account Director

Gabler GmbH Advertising Agency

  • Account Director until subsidiary closure
Apr 1993 - Oct 1997
4 years 7 months

Account Director

Gruppe GmbH Advertising Agency

Aug 1992 - Mar 1993
8 months

Freelance Account Executive

Matsushita Electronics

  • Account executive
  • Production
Oct 1987 - Jul 1992
4 years 10 months

Copy Writer; Assistant of Managing Director; Account Executive

H.T.P. GmbH Advertising Agency

  • Copy writing
  • Assisted managing director
  • Account executive
  • Graphics
  • Production
  • New business
  • Conception and production (since 1990)
Oct 1986 - Sep 1987
1 year

Advertising Department Setup

MCM Cosmetic Perfumes

  • Set up the advertising department
Jan 1986 - Sep 1986
9 months

Copy Writer, Account Executive

Young & Rubicam Advertising Agency

  • Copy writing
  • Graphics
  • Account executive
  • Production
Jul 1983 - Dec 1985
2 years 6 months

Intern

Augat USA GmbH

  • Advertising department
Jan 1983 - Jun 1983
6 months

Intern

Journal Verlag Magazine

  • Editorial and graphics

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing (23.5 years), Advertising (11 years), Cosmetics (1 year), and Media and Entertainment (0.5 years).

Manufacturing
Advertising
Cosmetics
Media and Entertainment

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Marketing (34.5 years), Production (6 years), Customer Service (5 years), Product Development (5 years), and Sales (1.5 years).

Marketing
Production
Customer Service
Product Development
Sales

Summary

I stand for integrated communication, where internal and external, image- and product communication, digital, printed and social activities reflect the identity of the brand, follow the same strategy and deliver the same relevant messages.

target group thinking is the base of every step undertaken; defining the content, the wording and the channel. Communication is a service delivered to the company and to the stakeholders. I deliver this service based on scientific rules, on professional processes and on empathy and understanding.

the company’s brand must have a sharp positioning and an emotional loading and then "communicates" to all stakeholders in a human way. Clarity, coherence, continuity, safety and integrity are the cornerstones of my communication and in leading a team.

Trust is the core value I give and expect from my management and my colleagues. Building stable and happy teams is of crucial importance to always keep the momentum and the pace.

Communicating culture change - especially within acquisitions - requires a sensitive, open and pro-active information - internally as externally.

Skills

Languages

  • Italian (Mother Tongue)
  • German (Mother Tongue)
  • English (Business)
  • French (Colloquial)
  • Spanish (Basic)

Computer

  • Microsoft Package
  • Indesign
  • Photoshop
  • Ragtime
  • Pages
  • Numbers
  • Keynote

Languages

German
Native
Italian
Native
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Spanish
Elementary

Education

Oct 1982 - Feb 1990

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Master of Arts · Sciences of communication; psychology of markets and advertising; sciences of linguistic & literature · Munich, Germany

High school

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Where is Alessandra based?

Alessandra is based in Au, Switzerland.

What languages does Alessandra speak?

Alessandra speaks the following languages: German (Native), Italian (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Alessandra have?

Alessandra has at least 37 years of experience. During this time, Alessandra has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Alessandra may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Alessandra be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Alessandra would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of Global Communication, Director Communications, Voice of the Company, Director Marketing Communication, S&E Division.

What is Alessandra's latest experience?

Alessandra's most recent position is Head of Global Communication at Oerlikon Balzers AG.

What companies has Alessandra worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Alessandra has worked for Oerlikon Balzers AG.

Which industries is Alessandra most experienced in?

Alessandra is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Advertising, and Beauty and Cosmetics. Alessandra also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing.

Which business areas is Alessandra most experienced in?

Alessandra is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Production/Manufacturing, and Product Development. Alessandra also has some experience in Customer Service and Sales.

Which industries has Alessandra worked in recently?

Alessandra has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Alessandra worked in recently?

Alessandra has recently worked in business areas like Marketing.

What is Alessandra's education?

Alessandra holds a Master in Sciences of communication; psychology of markets and advertising; sciences of linguistic & literature from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich.

What is the availability of Alessandra?

Alessandra is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Alessandra?

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