Dr. Luise Ritter
About Dr. Luise Ritter
Dr. Luise Ritter is a Lektorin at Kösel Verlag, part of Penguin Random House, with a background in German literature and media studies, and extensive experience in editorial and communication roles.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Dr. Luise Ritter currently holds the position of Lektorin at Kösel Verlag, a part of Penguin Random House. She joined Kösel Verlag in June 2021. In this role, she is responsible for manuscript editing, author collaboration, and overseeing the publication process. Her work focuses on maintaining the quality and integrity of literary works that align with the vision of Kösel Verlag, a respected imprint known for its contributions to the fields of spirituality, psychology, and lifestyle.
Previous Experience at Kursbuch Kulturstiftung
From 2018 to 2020, Dr. Luise Ritter worked at Kursbuch Kulturstiftung gGmbH in Hamburg in the role of Redaktion und Kommunikation. During her two-year tenure, she was involved in editorial tasks and communication strategies, contributing to the foundation's mission of fostering cultural exchange and discourse. This experience allowed her to develop a nuanced understanding of cultural topics and enhance her skills in both written and verbal communication.
Academic Background in German Literature
Dr. Luise Ritter holds a Doctorate in Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft from Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, completed between 2012 and 2017. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Germanistik and Medienwissenschaft from Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. Her extensive academic background in German literature and media studies forms the foundation of her expertise in the fields of editorial work and literary analysis.
Roles in Press and Public Relations
Dr. Luise Ritter has accumulated significant experience in press and public relations throughout her career. She held the position of Referentin für Presse- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit at Murmann Publishers GmbH from 2017 to 2018 and worked in Presse- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit at Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels in 2017. Additionally, she contributed to Veranstaltungen und Presse at Verlagsgruppe Random House GmbH from 2015 to 2016. These roles involved crafting press releases, managing media relations, and organizing events to promote literary works and publishing initiatives.
Early Career and Journalism Experience
Dr. Luise Ritter embarked on her career with roles in the journalism and publishing sectors. She worked briefly in journalism at Bayerischer Rundfunk in Munich in 2013. Subsequently, she served as Assistenz der Chefredaktion at Condé Nast Verlag from 2014 to 2015, where she supported the editorial team and gained insight into magazine publishing operations. These early experiences provided her with a diverse skill set and a comprehensive understanding of both media and publishing industries.