Corinna Hilss - Corporate Communications Manager

Q: Where is Corinna based?

Corinna is based in Munich, Germany .

Q: What languages does Corinna speak?

Corinna speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Corinna have?

Corinna has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Corinna has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months . Note that Corinna may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Corinna's latest experience?

Corinna's most recent position is Corporate Communications Manager at Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH .

Q: What companies has Corinna worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Corinna has worked for Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Corinna most experienced in?

Corinna is most experienced in industries like Government and Public Administration , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Information Technology (IT) . Corinna also has some experience in Retail , Professional Services , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Corinna most experienced in?

Corinna is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Project Management , and Finance . Corinna also has some experience in Human Resources (HR) , Operations , and Production/Manufacturing .

Q: Which industries has Corinna worked in recently?

Corinna has recently worked in industries like Government and Public Administration , Information Technology (IT) , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas has Corinna worked in recently?

Corinna has recently worked in business areas like Marketing .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

Dec 2019 - Present

6 years 3 months

Munich, Germany

Corporate Communications Manager

Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH

Proactive external corporate communication (press releases on lifestyle retail topics, employer branding, economic impact, CSR)
Press spokesperson for media inquiries
Internal communication (design and implementation of various digital and print information materials for employees)
Planning and organizing events for employees at the Germany headquarters
Planning and organizing media events/press conferences
Planning and conducting media training/TV training for executives
Developing and executing strategic PR programs to support sales channels in the DACH region

Jul 2019 - Nov 2019

5 months

PR Consultant

Independent planning and development of communication strategies and campaigns
Writing press releases, social media content, blogs, newsletters
Media and influencer relations: proactive media outreach, building and maintaining sustainable media contacts
Organizing and coordinating events and trade show appearances

Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

7 months

Munich, Germany

Head of Communications and Marketing

Bayerisches Rotes Kreuz (BRK)

Planning and management of PR campaigns
Organizing press conferences
Relaunch of the association’s magazine (coordination of the digitization process)
Content development for internal digital publications
Board communication (positioning the executive level in relevant media/social media)

Apr 2016 - Dec 2018

2 years 9 months

Ellwangen, Germany

Head of Communications

VARTA AG

Leading internal communication, event management and coordinating IR management
Designing and implementing the global PR and social media strategy
Leading pre-IPO communication, managing the IR agency, project management for IPO event organization
PR annual agenda setting, also for the subsidiary VARTA Storage GmbH

Jun 2013 - Mar 2016

2 years 10 months

Freelance PR Manager, Editor & Social Media Manager

Strategic planning and implementation of the annual PR plan
Planning and execution of PR events, press conferences and photoshoots
Writing press materials, whitepapers and specialist articles
Monitoring press clippings, organizing online press reviews
Conceptualizing and producing corporate films
Strategic development of media distribution lists and design of online newsletters
Social media management / corporate blogging / blogger relations

May 2008 - Jun 2013

5 years 2 months

Munich, Germany

Duty Editor-in-Chief (CvD) for Southern Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy, Correspondent and Planning Editor

RTL Media Group Germany (Regional Studio South)

Cross-media use of topics and content
Managing international on-location productions, e.g., live hosting for BBC, CNN and Australia Channel 10
Annual cost planning and ongoing budget control
Editorial production of lifestyle segments (n-tv Ratgeber, n-tv Deluxe, RTL Exclusiv, RTL-Extra)
Team leadership and staff deployment planning, 15 employees, trainee coordinator

Sep 2006 - Present

19 years 6 months

Volunteer support for the children's project Die Arche

Drafting press releases
Establishing and maintaining media partnerships
Supporting press representatives during foundation events
Monitoring press clippings
Organizing fundraising events

Oct 2004 - May 2008

3 years 8 months

Berlin, Germany

Freelance Editor

Axel Springer Publishing House

Focus on lifestyle topics
Broadcasting team leadership, four employees

May 2002 - Mar 2006

3 years 11 months

Munich, Germany

Presenter and Editor

n-tv News Television GmbH

Formats: n-tv Travel, n-tv Trade Fair News, n-tv Yachtvision
Responsible for board interviews for n-tv Business

Oct 1998 - May 2002

3 years 8 months

Berlin, Germany

Presenter and Editor

ProSiebenSat.1 Media

Formats: N24 News, taff ProSieben (daily lifestyle magazine)
Trainee coordinator/trainer for the trainee program
Production of international VIP productions (e.g., Grammy Awards, Oscar Awards, AMAs, Bambi, Goldene Kamera)
Coordination of external production companies

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Government and Administration (19.5 years), Media and Entertainment (14.5 years), Information Technology (6 years), Retail (6 years), Professional Services (3 years), and Energy (2.5 years).

Government and Administration

Media and Entertainment

Information Technology

Retail

Professional Services

Energy

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 (24 years), Project Management (11.5 years), Finance (5 years), Human Resources (5 years), Operations (3.5 years), and Production (3.5 years).

Marketing

Project Management

Finance

Human Resources

Operations

Production

Summary

Graduate in German studies specializing in journalism and PR with over 18 years of experience in the media industry as a PR manager, editor, deputy editor-in-chief, producer and presenter.

Excellent network with consumer and business media as well as regional media in the DACH region.

Experienced in international coordination of photographers, PR agencies, production companies, camera teams and advertising agencies.

Solid long-term PR and media relations experience.

Training supervisor for trainees.

Skills

Ms Office
Wordpress
Cleverreach

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Oct 1992 - Sep 1997

Otto Friedrich University

Diploma in German studies, focus on journalism/public relations · German studies · Bamberg, Germany

Sep 1981 - Jun 1990

Augustinergymnasium

General higher education entrance qualification · Friedberg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Crisis management certificate

Institute for Crisis Research, Kiel

Profile

Created

February 2024

Last Update

February 2025

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Where is Corinna based?

Corinna is based in Munich, Germany.

What languages does Corinna speak?

Corinna speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Corinna have?

Corinna has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Corinna has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Corinna may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Corinna be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Corinna would be well-suited for roles such as: Corporate Communications Manager, PR Consultant, Head of Communications and Marketing.

What is Corinna's latest experience?

Corinna's most recent position is Corporate Communications Manager at Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH.

What companies has Corinna worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Corinna has worked for Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH.

Which industries is Corinna most experienced in?

Corinna is most experienced in industries like Government and Public Administration, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Information Technology (IT). Corinna also has some experience in Retail, Professional Services, and Energy.

Which business areas is Corinna most experienced in?

Corinna is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Finance. Corinna also has some experience in Human Resources (HR), Operations, and Production/Manufacturing.

Which industries has Corinna worked in recently?

Corinna has recently worked in industries like Government and Public Administration, Information Technology (IT), and Retail.

Which business areas has Corinna worked in recently?

Corinna has recently worked in business areas like Marketing.

What is Corinna's education?

Corinna holds a Doctorate in German studies from Otto Friedrich University.

Does Corinna have any certificates?

Corinna has 1 certificate: Crisis management certificate.

What is the availability of Corinna?

Corinna is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Corinna?

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