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Alexander Scherer

Senior Editor and Writer

Alexander Scherer
Tauche, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Aug 2024
8 months

Editor Automotive

Nau.ch

  • Research and analysis of automotive topics
  • Writing SEO-informed articles for digital publication
  • MS-based content publishing and formatting
  • Editing, proofreading, and editorial planning
Aug 2021 - Jan 2026
4 years 6 months
Berlin, Germany
On-site

Newsroom-Editor

Axel Springer Premium Gruppe / Welt-TV

  • Operated in a high-paced live news desk and ticker environment
  • Fast-paced research, fact-checking, and prioritization of breaking stories
  • Production and real-time updating of short-form news content
  • Coordinated closely with senior editorial staff within a shift-based newsroom
Jan 2011 - Oct 2018
7 years 10 months
Frankfurt, Germany
On-site

Director, Author, Producer

Media Network TV

  • Concept development and scriptwriting for TV commercials and corporate films
  • On-site direction and creative supervision of productions
  • End-to-end coordination of production teams from pre-production to final delivery
  • Video-Editing and quality control of client projects
  • Establishing and strengthening long-term client partnerships
Jul 2010 - Present
15 years 8 months

Video Producer

Freelance Video Producer

  • Shooting and producing interview-based video content for news, infotainment, and corporate formats (including ntv, WELT/N24, ZDF heute / heute journal, MDR, BILD)
  • Directing and writing music video productions
  • Providing editing and motion design services for agencies and publishing houses

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Media and Entertainment (15.5 years).

Media and Entertainment

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Production (15.5 years), Quality Assurance (8 years), Research and Development (4.5 years), and Marketing (0.5 years).

Production
Quality Assurance
Research and Development
Marketing

Summary

Senior editor and writer with a strong background in research-driven content, automotive and news reporting, and digital publishing workflows. Experienced in both newsroom environments and information-focused video production, combining editorial expertise with hands-on production knowledge. Skilled in CMS-based publishing, SEO-informed storytelling, and structured content planning. Reliable, deadline-driven, and experienced in fast-paced media environments.

Skills

  • Online Editing And Visual Storytelling
  • Research
  • Video Editing And Motion Design
  • Editorial Writing In A Live Environment
  • Conducting Interviews

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Johann Wolfgang Goethe University

Master of Arts · Art History, Film and Media Studies, American Studies · Frankfurt, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Class B driver's license

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Alexander based?

Alexander is based in Tauche, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Alexander speak?

Alexander speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Alexander have?

Alexander has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Alexander has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 11 months. Note that Alexander may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Alexander be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Alexander would be well-suited for roles such as: Editor Automotive, Newsroom-Editor, Director, Author, Producer.

What is Alexander's latest experience?

Alexander's most recent position is Editor Automotive at Nau.ch.

What companies has Alexander worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Alexander has worked for Nau.ch, Axel Springer Premium Gruppe / Welt-TV, and Freelance Video Producer.

Which industries is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in industries like Media, Entertainment and Publishing.

Which business areas is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in business areas like Production/Manufacturing, Quality Assurance (QA), and Research and Development (R&D). Alexander also has some experience in Marketing.

Which industries has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in industries like Media, Entertainment and Publishing.

Which business areas has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in business areas like Production/Manufacturing, Research and Development (R&D), and Marketing.

What is Alexander's education?

Alexander holds a Master in Art History, Film and Media Studies, American Studies from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University.

Does Alexander have any certificates?

Alexander has 1 certificate: Class B driver's license.

What is the availability of Alexander?

Alexander is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Alexander?

Alexander's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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