Jens Jørgen Madsen

The Danish AI Taskforce for Culture & Media | Press Management & Strat. Comm | Culture & Project Leadership |

Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark

About

I make the complex understood and the abstract relevant. Whether the subject is policy, science, technology, or culture, my focus is always the same: precision and the reader's experience. My background spans newsroom leadership, cultural journalism, tech diplomacy in Silicon Valley, and high-stakes policy at the Danish Parliament. This dual perspective — on both sides of the media relationship — gives me deep insight into news organizations' editorial processes and precisely how to position stories for maximum impact. Having lived and worked across seven countries has given me an outsider's eye on Denmark — and the ability to shape its narratives from within. That perspective enables me to identify emerging trends and translate digital developments into innovative strategies for businesses and organizations across sectors. I thrive in curious, diverse teams and am driven by intellectual curiosity. I'm at my best where craft and instinct matter more than routine, whether I'm contributing as a specialist or leading the room. What drives me is simple: creating change together with others and leaving things better than I found them. Proven Impact * As Senior Advisor to Denmark's Tech Ambassador in Silicon Valley, I architected and executed the communication strategy that elevated the pioneering TechPlomacy initiative globally. * Led a consortium in developing Waves of Change, a strategic cultural pitch for Denmark's 2025 EU Presidency, focusing on cultural diplomacy, democratic values, and youth engagement. * As Head of Media Relations for Radikale Venstre at the Danish Parliament, I crafted distinctive narratives and orchestrated media strategies for landmark policy rollouts, including Denmark's most comprehensive cultural policy framework in years. * At Berlingske, I spearheaded digital initiatives including Denmark's first Instagram collaboration between an art museum (ARKEN) and a newspaper—redefining cultural news delivery in a changing media landscape. Core Expertise: Strat. Comm. • Press Management • Culture Policy • Audience Communication • User Experience • Business Narratives • Project Leadership • AI & Digital Transformation

Experience

  • Owner & Director at JJ Communications
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    Strategic Media Relations Expert | Communication Executive | Digital Media Strategist | Global Communications Leader | Cultural Policy Expert | Tech & Innovation Consultant

  • PR and Communications Manager at TechBBQ
    Apr 2024 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr

  • Executive Director at JJ Communications
    Mar 2023 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Communication and Digital strategist, Media Consultant, Futurist and Cultural Communication Advisor

  • Pressechef/Head of Media Relations at Radikale Venstre
    Jul 2021 - Feb 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Senior Tech Advisor at The Office of Denmark's Tech Ambassador
    Jan 2018 - Feb 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    Chief Strategy Advisor to Denmark’s (and the world’s) first-ever Tech Ambassador.