Deadline for application: 16 November 2020
Starting date: as soon as possible
The Communication Strategy Unit of the Greens/EFA group seeks a creative audio-visual expert to join its’ team in Brussels. The role will involve working closely with our audio-visual team, as well as Green/EFA MEPs, staff and assistants to develop regular video-material for sharing on our digital channels.
This role involves video and multimedia project creation, editing, and databasing of all audio-visual content, from conception to end-delivery. Creating audio-visual and multimedia content through editing software is required. Working with third parties to deliver audio-visual projects will be a regular feature of the work. The role will involve testing and analysing all our audio-visual products, researching how our content is perceived and digested, as well as developing strategies for audio-visual content that can engage audiences in a way that will make an impact. Such work will feed into the Group’s overall political and communication strategy.
Tasks to be performed:
- Regularly filming content related to the work of our MEPs and Group.
- Editing (video, audio etc) for all audio-visual (AV) projects, in cooperation with the AV unit.
- Organising the data-basing of our AV projects in a well managed way, both internally and on our website and online channels (for instance youtube).
- Providing technical support and advice for AV projects to the wider communications team, campaigners and outreach unit, MEP offices and Group staff.
- Ensuring that the Group’s visual identity is respected on all AV products created by the Group.
- Liaising with third party companies for the delivery of externalised audio-visual products.
- Developing visuals and video content for our social media communication together with the wider digital team.
- Analysing the impact of AV products with our audiences and working to improve our reach in coordination with the social media team.
- Assisting with advertising projects where AV material is required (audio, video, GIF-generation etc)
- Following trends and new technologies in the AV area to ensure we are at the cutting-edge when it comes to delivering our communications products.
- Implementation of video, audio and graphic content from implementation to publication (production and post-production of all content)
- Maintenance of technical equipment when required
- Content management for the website where AV products are concerned
Qualifications, experience and desired skills requested:
- Work experience of 2 years or more;
- Very good knowledge of English and of at least one other EU language
- Work experience in the field of video-making with professional camera and sound equipment
- Excellent editing skills for video and sound with the most current software
- Sound design and mixing skills
- Excellent use of Adobe Premiere Pro and good use of After Effect.
- Experience with short form and micro content, including an affinity for online content and modern storytelling
- Fast and precise working style and a high degree of flexibility
- Familiarity with the Green/EFA Group’s values, positions and public presentation
- Excellent analysis skills and a proven record of strategic planning and creative-development, including the design and implementation of multiple projects at once;
- Excellent communication skills, the ability to be self-motivated and a stress-resistant team player
- Proven ability to multi-task and manage multiple requests and projects at the same time
- Very good writing skills and knowledge of organisational methodology
- Open-mindedness, communicative attitude and experience in working in a multi-cultural team;
- Ability to problem-solve, with an emphasis on creativity and brainstorming new ideas;
- Being a team-player and ready to work flexible hours, including work-related trave
Assets:
- Educational background in line with the function
- Other graphic and film-related software knowledge
- Knowledge of the European institutions, EU legislation and decision-making process
Under article 82, (23) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants (CEOS) of the European Communities, candidates must:
- Be citizen of an EU Member State unless an exception is authorised by the authority referred to in article 6 (1);
- Enjoy full rights as citizen;
- Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the laws concerning military service;
- Meet the character requirements for the duties involved.
We expect the candidate to be an excellent team player who likes to work in a multicultural environment and who is ready to engage in work-related travel.
The Greens/EFA group is an equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. In case of equal appreciation on competence and suitability for the position, preference will be given to female applicants.
In case of interest in this position, send a motivation letter with your CV and supporting documents by e-mail only to the Greens/EFA HR department (Greens.HR@ep.europa.eu) before the 16th of November end of business (7PM GMT+1).
