Junior Editor (m/f/d) for the ARTE online magazine “Tracks”

We are looking for a new editorial staff member for the ARTE online magazine Tracks

A passion for pop culture, the internet, and social issues outside the mainstream

For the online magazine Tracks (ARTE), we are looking for editors and junior editors with an appreciation for pop culture, the internet, and social issues outside the mainstream. In addition to strong musical expertise, pan-European perspectives, experience, and networks are desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Researching topics and drafting article proposals and video concepts

• Overseeing editorial content and executing video projects from planning through filming to post-production (with the help of the EB team and editors)

• Creating social media content to accompany individual features and beyond

About us:

• For over 18 years, we have been producing high-quality TV formats, concerts, live streams, documentaries, and fictional series for public and private broadcasters and streaming services. We produce worldwide and, in addition to stories and developments in Europe, also focus on countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. We’re passionate about powerful, intercultural stories, captivating visuals, compelling storytelling, and—time and again—music, music, music…

 Here’s what we offer:

• A creative, collaborative, professional, and trusting work environment that offers opportunities for professional growth.

• A workplace right next to the fish market with good HVV transit connections

• A workplace with plenty of restaurants right outside the door, as well as a kitchen equipped with a stove and microwave.

• The option to work from home part of the time.

What We’re Looking for in Editors:

• A keen sense for current topics and compelling subjects

• A strong affinity for social media, as well as in-depth knowledge of popular platforms and their specific mechanics

• A keen eye for current trends and the ability to independently translate these into engaging content

• Knowledge of how video journalism works, e.g., from a degree program, an internship, or comparable training, and (initial) professional experience in producing TV segments

• A holistic understanding of content—from TV to online libraries to social media content

• A team player with strong communication skills, proactive and reliable

• good written and spoken German and English skills

• additional foreign languages, a driver’s license, knowledge of Adobe Premiere, or other exciting skills that might be of interest. Feel free to

• Applications from candidates who do not meet the requirements 100% are also very welcome!

A prerequisite is an appreciation for pop culture, the internet, and social issues outside the mainstream