Social Media and Digital Multipliers Unit - Post C: Social Media Producer - Video Producer

As the voice of citizens, the European Parliament stands for European democracy. The Directorate-General for Communication (DG COMM) amplifies its message of the Parliament to reach every corner of Europe. We help connect Members of Parliament (MEPs) to the people they represent, and we communicate what the Parliament is, what it does, and what it stands for. When Parliament speaks, we make sure it’s heard.

We are committed communication professionals coming from various professional and academic backgrounds.

The Social Media and Digital Multipliers Unit (SMDM) is responsible for shaping the European Parliament's digital voice. We manage its central social media presence, produce engaging content, and track online conversations, while teaming up with digital multipliers to amplify our reach. Behind the scenes, our social media producers, designers, content managers, data analysts, and project managers work together to gather insights, spot trends, and collaborate with creators - ensuring the Parliament's message doesn't just reach audiences, but resonates with them.

• Proposing and producing content for European Parliament social media accounts (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok) with particular focus on vertical content - reels, stories, shorts;
• Following of and reporting on the latest trends in vertical content on different social media platforms;
• Being the face of the Parliament in different social media products, participating in video projects;
• Preparing text for posts for different social media platforms;
• Monitoring and moderating social media interactions, drafting responses, and tracking emerging narratives.

• Passionate about social media and digital media in general;
• Up to date with latest social media trends, in particular TikTok, shorts, reels;
• Not shy of the camera;
• Have a track record in creating vertical social media content;
• Posses good video editing skills;
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment;
• Wield strong communication skills;
• Creative;
• Have in-depth knowledge of one of the official languages of the European Union;
• Have a very good level of English;
• A good team player;
• Someone who can take the initiative;
• A fast learner;
• Trustworthy.

Have obtained/will obtain a university degree (level 6 of EQF or higher) at least three months before the starting date of the traineeship.

Please describe your knowledge of and experience with production of social media content, and your motivation to join the social media team in your motivation letter.

The European Parliament is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome all candidates, regardless of their geographical, racial or ethnic origin, political or religious beliefs, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, civil status, or family situation.