COMMUNICATIONS & EDITORIAL STRATEGY

Strategic rigour.
Creative instinct.
Editorial craft.

I’m Alfred. As a seasoned communications and editorial strategist, I turn complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives — shaped for the right channels, formats and audiences.

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Portrait of Alfred Rinaldi
ALFRED RINALDI EDITORIAL DIRECTOR & STRATEGIST

About

25+ years of getting the message across.

I help my clients define what they stand for, shape the stories they need to tell and turn them into communications that make an impact. Working across executive communications, brand strategy and editorial, I combine rigorous analysis, creative judgement and international experience – supported by intelligent use of AI.

HOW I WORK

I spent more than two decades in London, working with global agencies and international brands. That experience shaped the way I work today: ambitious, culturally attuned and outward-looking, with the energy and competitive edge to make ideas stand out.

What I do

Three disciplines,
one editorial practice.

01

Editorial Direction

I develop and orchestrate narratives, stories and formats – tailored to target groups and channels, hitting the right note every time.

02

Brand Strategy

I develop insight-led positioning, propositions and messaging, turning them into marketing strategies that give brands focus and direction.

03

Executive Communications 

I help CEOs and senior leaders define their positioning, shape corporate narratives and communicate with clarity through thought leadership, speeches and strategic PR.

Need a sharper story?

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Selected work

From insight to execution.

Automotive · Editorial Direction

Editorial vision for a premium car brand

Set the editorial direction and voice for a global premium brand’s owned publication programme. Reframed a heritage title as a contemporary cultural platform.

Corporate · Executive Communications

Positioning a chief executive on the international stage

Shaped speeches, thought leadership and strategic messaging for a CEO communicating across markets, audiences and high-profile industry moments.

Mobility · Brand Strategy

Making a complex business relevant to a wider audience

Translated technical, commercial and regulatory subjects into a clear content strategy and compelling editorial narratives.

Selected expertise

I work in sectors where clarity, credibility and cultural nuance matter.

Fluent in the language of complex industries.

Automotive & Mobility
Two decades embedded in the language, engineering culture and marketing rhythms of premium car brands and the wider mobility ecosystem.
Luxury
A deep understanding of how premium brands create desire and enthral their audiences – without losing sight of the commercial realities behind the brand experience.
Technology
Positioning and narrative work for technology companies translating deep capability into propositions that resonate beyond the specialist audience.
Finance
Executive communications and thought leadership for financial services — measured, credible, and attuned to a regulated environment.
Complex Corporates
Narrative and comms for large, multi-stakeholder organisations navigating change, transformation and reputation.

Working in a complex or regulated field?

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In their words

What clients and colleagues say.

Working with Alfred Rinaldi for a second time at BMW x The Game, especially on the high-profile BMW account, was a real highlight.

Alfred's strategic leadership was, once again, exceptional. He consistently brings a truly unique strategic vision to complex problems, offering fresh perspectives that significantly elevated our brand strategy and account management. He also had a masterful touch when it came to safeguarding that inherent BMW brand pride in every initiative, demonstrating deep expertise in premium brand stewardship.

As a team lead, Alfred's empathetic and empowering leadership style fostered an incredibly inclusive environment. I saw this firsthand in his role as a true Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) guardian, particularly on a Pride campaign where his insights for our soundboarding group on D&I topics were invaluable for cultural strategy. Working on such a demanding account, his ability to navigate challenges with remarkable tact and diplomacy truly stood out, proving his skill in stakeholder management and conflict resolution. He has a real knack for original creative thinking and compelling brand storytelling, always adept at reframing challenges into innovative opportunities.

This second collaboration with Alfred wasn't just professionally rewarding; it also allowed us to become great friends and confidants. I sincerely hope we get a third chance to work together – Alfred is one of a kind, and I'm incredibly fortunate to count him as a close friend.

Stephanie King
T&Pm — BMW account

I had the pleasure of working closely with Alfred at Looping. Alfred is one of those rare professionals who seamlessly combines strategic thinking with a strong journalistic instinct and exceptional storytelling skills. His ability to identify compelling narratives and translate them into effective content strategies is outstanding. Beyond his creativity and endless ideas, Alfred has a holistic approach that considers both client goals and audience needs. He's always looking at the bigger picture and able to guide teams towards truly impactful results.

On a personal level, Alfred is wonderful to work with – approachable, supportive, and always open to collaboration. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to elevate their content marketing efforts through smart strategy and unforgettable stories.

Robert Dunker
Head of Communications & Brand

Alfred has an unparalleled ability to translate strategic insights into creative ideas—with an excellent feel for language and context. Working with him and learning from him was incredibly helpful, especially at this interface between insights and creation. Alfred led and shaped our strategy team and opened up many new perspectives for us during this time, while always being empathetic and fully part of our team. And it was really fun too.

Philip Gisdakis
Communication · Strategy · Transformation, Siemens

Someone open minded, able to think critically, yet always with a positive attitude that pushes boundaries and helps clients scale. Yes, this is Alfred. But there is more. With his attitude and a very rare set of skills, he also empowered the teams we worked in to scale their own work and drive the success of the entire organisation. His strategies are something special. Always on point, always backed by the most relevant insights and data sets, and always culturally top notch. I'd stake my reputation on the fact that there are very few strategists on the market who can match him. Bringing Alfred into a team means more revenue, winning pitches, and infusing teams with creativity and spirit. Beyond work, he is simply a remarkable and brilliant person, and I am genuinely proud to have worked with him.

Patrick Skrypczak
Creative Director — Volkswagen · BMW

Let’s talk

Have something complex
to communicate? Ask Alfred.

Whether you have an editorial brief, a strategy problem or an executive comms challenge, I’m happy to explore it in a first call.

hello@alfredrinaldi.com