Videographer - Audiovisual-multimedia technician (PG)

The Greens/EFA Group in the European Parliament has decided to open the procedure for filling a post of Videographer (Audiovisual-multimedia technician (PG) as Temporary Agent in its Secretariat in Brussels (Grade AST 3). 

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 the Greens/EFA MEPs and the Group;
• Producing, editing and post-producing audio-visual content (video, audio, graphics, etc.), in cooperation with the audio-visual unit;
• Implementing video, audio and graphic content from production to publication (production and post-production of all content);
• Assisting with advertising projects requiring audio-visual materials;
• Organising and managing the databasing and archiving of audio-visual projects internally and across online platforms (Group’s website, YouTube, and other channels);
• Content management of audio-visual products for the Group’s website;
• Liaising with third party companies for the delivery of externalised audio-visual products;
• Providing technical support and advice on audio-visual projects to MEP offices and the wider Group;
• Ensuring compliance with the Group’s visual identity across all audio-visual products created by the Group;
• Analysing the impact and performance of audio-visual products with our audiences and contributing to improvements in reach and audience engagement, in coordination with the social media team;
• Monitoring trends and emerging technologies in the audio-visual field;
• Maintenance of audio-visual technical equipment when required.

Qualifications, experience and desired skills requested:

• Qualifications and professional experience as laid down in heading III. B. 1;
• Knowledge of languages as set out in heading III. B. 2;
• Excellent video and audio editing skills;
• Sound design and mixing skills;
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and good working knowledge of Affect Effects or similar software;
• Experience producing short form and micro content, including an affinity for online content and modern storytelling
• Good knowledge of the functioning of the European Union and of the European Parliament;
• Very good writing skills and knowledge of organisational methodology;
• 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, ability to problem-solve, with an emphasis on creativity and brainstorming new ideas.

Assets

• Educational background in line with the function;
• Other graphic and film-related software knowledge;
• Knowledge of Green/EFA positions, values, political orientation and public presentation;
• Experience in a political environment and multicultural workplace.