Jean-Pierre Ritler becomes director of studies at the Maz
Experienced journalist and media maker Jean-Pierre Ritler takes over as head of customized corporate courses communication at the Lucerne Institute for Journalism and Communication Maz.
Professional media relations are becoming increasingly important for companies, associations and public authorities. For years, Maz has offered training and continuing education for managers in business, politics or administration as well as PR and information officers. In order to further strengthen and expand this offer, Jean-Pierre Ritler is now taking over the area of customized company courses in communication.
The experienced media man has been in this business for over 40 years. As a journalist, photographer, filmmaker, concept developer and manager, he has lived in Switzerland, Vietnam and Italy, working for daily and weekly newspapers, magazines, companies and associations. In addition, he is a lecturer and coach at various institutions such as the Maz or the Austrian Media Academy.
Jean-Pierre Ritler is very much looking forward to his new task. "As a journalist, I welcome professional media and communications work; in the end, all sides benefit. And with more than 300 lecturers, the Maz is the leading center of excellence for journalism and communication in Switzerland. I can draw on a huge reservoir of knowledge and expertise and thus provide our clients with an offer that is perfectly tailored to their needs. Whether it's appearance or media training, a social media coaching, a writing or video training coaching - whatever the complex media world requires today and in the future."