He is an expert in online learning and has developed e-learning and blended learning courses with the Furtwangen University of Applied Sciences, GIZ's International Institute for Journalism, Bertelsmann's Intajour and Deutsche Welle Akademie. Previously he was with the Internet division of the Stuttgarter Zeitung, holding the position of Deputy Director. Joachim holds an MA in Communications from Hildesheim University. He also holds the Certificate in Online Education and Training from the University of London.