Jan Kroeske

Jan Douwe Kroeske is a versatile media professional with a long and diverse career in the Dutch entertainment industry. As the Managing Director of Double 2 Mediaproducties, he has established himself as a prominent figure in media production, presenting, and sustainability initiatives.14

Career Highlights

Media and Music: Kroeske is best known for creating and producing "2 Meter Sessies," one of the longest-running and most famous music programs in the Netherlands. This series features intimate recordings with national and international artists in a studio setting.12 Recently, he and his team produced 50 new recordings for a public broadcasting series called "Studio 2020".1

Presenting and Hosting: Throughout his career, Kroeske has worked as a presenter for both public and commercial broadcasters. He has hosted hundreds of episodes of long-running series and developed a unique perspective on music, media, society, sustainability, technology, and innovation.1

Sustainability Initiatives: Kroeske has been actively involved in promoting sustainability for years. He founded the sustainability platform SummerLabb and has supported the realization of the GEM-Tower project.13

Background and Skills

Before entering the media world, Kroeske had a diverse background:

• He trained as a sports teacher from 1978 to 1981
• Played first division volleyball until age 24
• Worked in Austria and Italy
• Later became a presenter for NOS Langs de Lijn (a Dutch sports program)
• Ran a marathon with Gerard Nijboer1

As a media professional, Kroeske is known for his:

• Infectious enthusiasm
• Thorough preparation
• Extensive knowledge and insights
• Ability to lead discussions and events effectively1

Current Roles

• Managing Director at Double 2 Mediaproducties
• Media maker
• Presenter
• Conference moderator
• Voice-over artist14

In 2024, Kroeske's company, Double 2 Mediaproducties, announced an exclusive partnership with Coast to Coast Music Group to release the 2 Meter Sessies series on vinyl, marking a new chapter in the program's long history.2