Videographer, Press and Communication Department job in Brussels, Belgium

Position description

We are looking for an experienced VIDEOGRAPHER to support the work of S&D Group secretariat in the Press and Communication Department.

Duties include, under the supervision of the Head of Unit and Head of Department:

Proposing, producing and creating innovative content for social media platforms such as Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin.
Proposing, producing and creating longer formats for Youtube and the S&D website.
Producing video coverage for events including filming and editing and immediate delivery.
Liaising with Press Officers and Social Media teams for development and distribution of new video formats.
Synthesising/producing recordings of plenary speeches and other video/audio files.
Under supervision of the Head of Unit and responsible Press Officer, liaising with relevant S&D Group elected members (MEPs) in the execution of audio-visual initiatives.
Proposing audio-visual initiatives to the Head of Unit and Head of Department.
Responsible for all aspects of audio-visual production, including camera operation and editing, writing and directing.
Translating policies and messages into impactful video content for Social Media.
Daily management of and uploading content on the S&D Youtube Channel.
Daily management of financial and administrative matters for audio-visual activities.
Liaison and managing cooperation with external service providers.
Mentoring of trainees as required from time to time.

Qualifications

Developing new video formats, following and being up-to date with latest trends on social media and new platforms, as well as experience in film, news, journalism, photography, social media and/or other visual communications, in a multicultural environment.
Strong communication skills, with a general overview of the audiovisual landscape and with a hands-on experience as an audiovisual storyteller/videographer.
Technical aspects of audio-visual recording, editing, post-production and distribution. Editing sound and image with professional traditional equipment (cameras, computers, etc) as well as with smartphones and relevant apps.
Content production in audiovisual communication: messaging, scripting, storytelling, targeting to different audiences through social media.
Technical knowledge of camera work, focused mainly on use of DSLR type of Videography.
Technical knowledge of lighting for interviews and/or for simple scenography.
Technical knowledge of editing in non-linear editing programmes such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, Davinci Resolve and/or Avid Media Composer.
Creating and editing digital assets including videos, photos, visuals, motion graphics, animations, infographics, presentations, social media assets and/or other digital content.
Ensuring the usability and accessibility of visual and digital assets and content in compliance with recognised standards (in particular for the web).
Ability to multitask, prioritise and work to short deadlines.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Knowledge of EU Institutions and European policies is an asset.

Requirements

Be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union.
Enjoy full rights as a citizen.
A level of post-secondary education attested by an officially recognised diploma showing completion of studies in the field described followed by a minimum of two years' professional experience as videographer.

Languages

For functional reasons, proficiency in English (C1 level minimum).
Satisfactory knowledge of either French, German or Spanish is an asset (B2 level).
Knowledge of other official languages of the European Union will be taken into consideration.

The S&D Group insists, in particular, on the fact that this position requires availability and flexibility, a methodical approach, discretion and a capacity for rapid adaptation to variable workloads. Candidates must be able to demonstrate initiative, both independently and as part of a team and adapt to a multicultural environment. Frequent travel outside Belgium may be required, especially to Strasbourg during the parliamentary sessions.

Duration of the contract: 1 year (9 months’ probation period) starting, from January 2027. Renewable.

Application instructions

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