Communication Consulting
For Universities and Research Institutions –
Strategic and Science-Oriented Communication
Ihre Forschung verdient Aufmerksamkeit. Doch wie wird aus einer Idee eine überzeugende Botschaft? Sie suchen Lösungen oder neue Anregungen für die Außendarstellung Ihres Instituts oder eines Forschungsvorhabens oder möchten eine neue Technologieplattform positionieren? Profitieren Sie von meiner langjährigen Erfahrung und lassen sich von Hellwage Kommunikation beraten. Wir analysieren gemeinsam Ihre Ausgangssituation und Ziele, definieren Zielgruppen und Kommunikationsbedarfe und entwickeln daraus eine tragfähige Strategie, mit der Sie Ihre Sichtbarkeit deutlich steigern können. Auch wenn Sie nur punktuell Unterstützung zur Verbesserung einzelner Texte oder bei der Optimierung Ihrer Pressearbeit benötigen, können Sie mich gerne ansprechen.
You may be eligible for funding support. The Thuringian Consulting Directive covers up to 50% of consulting fees. Research institutions organized as non-profit companies (gGmbH) or non-profit associations may qualify if they also provide commercial services.
My services for universities and research institutions
- Strategic consulting for institutes, research projects, networks, and clusters – focused on communication
- Target audience analysis & positioning of (research) topics
- Development of communication strategies
- Support for internal communication across institutions or networks with various stakeholders
- Consulting on corporate language: clear, accessible, and audience-oriented
- Editorial support for reports, program brochures, and other materials
- Consulting on media relations & press outreach for events, studies, or research results
- Content creation for press releases, websites, project communication & grant-funded initiatives
For start-ups and spin-offs –
communication with a strategy right from the start
Sie haben eine starke Idee. Erzählen Sie davon! Gerade wenn Sie mit einem forschungsbasierten Start-up oder einem innovativen Projekt noch am Anfang stehen, ist Kommunikation entscheidend. Ich unterstütze Sie dabei, Ihre Vision verständlich und wirkungsvoll Fördermittelgebern, Investor:innen, Partnern und ersten Kund:innen zu vermitteln.
Science communication meets start-up expertise
Whether you’re launching a spin-off, academic startup, or tech-driven business, communication is more than just a mandatory business plan requirement. It’s a strategic tool. I provide structured, personalized advice and can also assist with drafting the communication and marketing sections of your funding or financing proposals.
You may be eligible for funding support. The Thuringian Startup Directive covers up to 80% of consulting costs for new business ventures or takeovers.
My services for start-ups and research teams
- Target audience analysis & communication strategy
- Building a consistent brand message
- Strategic consulting on PR & media outreach
- Concrete action planning for launch, pilot phases & market entry
- Text modules for business plans, grant proposals, or pitch decks
Together with partner agencies, I also support you in developing your corporate design and setting up your own web presence.
Scalable communication that grows with you
You don’t have to do everything at once, but you should start with a solid plan. I work with you to develop a scalable communication strategy that evolves with your progress.
Together we define
- Your core messages
- How to reach your target audiences
- Which channels make sense and when (web, social media, press, etc.)
- Which formats fit your content (e.g. whitepapers, factsheets, interviews)
Who I work with
My communication consulting is tailored to
- Research teams & founders from universities
- Startups offering technological or scientific products and services
- Organizations with communication needs in pre-startup or growth phases
I also offer my services as part of the programs of university incubators and transfer centers (e.g., ThEx, university startup hubs).
Your Benefits with Hellwage Kommunikation
- Clear positioning – even for non-technical audiences
- Strategic consulting with science and startup expertise
- Support with communication planning in business plans
- Tailored messaging for investors, funders, and the public
Let’s develop your communication strategy and tell your story. Whether you need individual consulting, project support, or input for business plans – I’ll help you communicate your ideas convincingly. Get in touch for a free non-binding initial consultation to explore collaboration and funding options.