JOB DESCRIPTION

WE ARE

As the science and knowledge service of the European Commission, the Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides independent, evidence-based knowledge and science, supporting EU policies to positively impact society. We provide anticipatory capacity, solid expertise and ability to propose and implement interdisciplinary research. The activities are carried out in collaboration with relevant Commission Services, national and international organisations and stakeholders. At the JRC we organise our work in portfolios which are the main building blocks of our multi-annual work programmes. The JRC is located in five Member States (Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain). More information about the JRC and its portfolios can be found at: Science for policy – The Joint Research Centre: EU Science Hub

The current vacancy is in the Communication Unit (JRC.01) of the JRC. The Unit reports directly to the JRC Director- General, and its mission is to ensure that JRC work is communicated to its internal audiences and to the Commission’s external audiences, fit for purpose, in order to create impact. The Unit helps shaping the narrative for the JRC in its strategic positioning within the Commission and towards other stakeholders. It defines strategic communication priorities for the JRC and plans, coordinates and delivers subsequent communication actions working hand in hand with the JRC Communication Community, including the network of Communication Coordinators (CoComs) and other communication networks in JRC. The Unit continuously develops and improves the tools and competences to optimise communication.

The post will be located either in Ispra or Brussels. The location will be agreed with the selected candidate.

WE PROPOSE

The unit is looking for an audiovisual expert to join the visual communication team. The team is made of 11 people based mainly in Ispra and in Brussels.

We work cross-unit and cross-organisation and look for a colleague who embraces this collaborative and proactive approach. We propose a family-friendly working environment, with online collaboration and occasional travel.

The candidate will be part of a dynamic and motivated visual communication team and working very closely with other teams, especially the external communication and content team.

The jobholder will:

• Develop audiovisual products (videos, animations, teasers, photo reportages and similar audiovisual products) from concept to finish;
• Film and edit videos and prepare products for publication (including for social media platforms);
• Edit and adapt draft scripts and storyboards for videos;
• Co-create and implement a video strategy to help us achieve JRC’s communication goals;
• Plan, coordinate and execute audiovisual projects to make sure they are delivered on time, to the highest quality standards and aligned with the corporate rules and visual identity;
• Make photo reportages of JRC events, facilities and staff, including photo shooting, post­production and selection for publication;
• Create and update guidelines and offer expert advice to our scientific units on AV products to ensure that all JRC videos are consistent, follow corporate standards and maintain high quality;
• Deliver training sessions to JRC staff to enhance their skills in filming or editing videos;
• Coordinate the work of external contractors for production of AV products;
• Coordinate and participate in the visual communication networks within the JRC and the EC;
• Work autonomously and collaboratively with the visual communication team, the social media team and other teams;
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in video production, copywriting and AV content creation.

WE LOOK FOR

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, creative, well organised and stress resilient Audiovisual expert. This is a role for someone who combines technical audiovisual skills with creative content creation and can take on the responsibilities of planning, creating and delivering innovative audio­visual productions.

Candidates are required to include a link to their online portfolio in their application, specifying their role in each audiovisual production.

The successful candidate has:

• Proven experience in the field of audiovisual production of at least 3 years;
• Strong mastery of the video production cycle from concept to dissemination, including (video) project management skills;
• Advanced filming and editing skills for smaller video productions;
• Practical knowledge of audiovisual equipment such as DSLR and mirrorless cameras and lenses, smartphones, camera tripods, teleprompters, lights and gimbal stabilisers, among others;
• Photo-shooting and photo-editing skills;

Excellent knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite software for video/photo editing and colour

• Excellent command in English, and a very good command of another official EU language.
• Good understanding of different video formats, including familiarity with social media formats and platforms;
• Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse disciplines also remotely across the JRC sites;
• Ability to deliver high quality work in a structured way;
• Proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure;
• Positive, friendly attitude and willingness to learn and take on new challenges;
• Strong customer orientation and ability to understand clients’ needs and to propose targeted solutions;
• Strong motivation, enthusiasm and a team-player mentality;
• Result-focused mindset.

How to Apply:

You should send your documents in a single pdf in the following order:

1. your CV 2. completed application form.

Please send these documents by the publication deadline to HR-JRC-OFFICIALS-TEMPORARY- [email protected] indicating the selection reference JRC/C0M/2025/2842 in the subject.

No applications will be accepted after the publication deadline.