Communications & Video Content Specialist

Communications & Video Content Specialist hybrid position based in Madrid, with opportunities to join the team long-term. Salary range: €26,000–€30,000 gross/year, depending on experience and training.

• EXPERIENCE LEVEL: entry-level; recent graduates with a strong portfolio welcome.

• AREA THIS POSITION BELONGS TO: communication, audiovisual content and graphic design.

• MANDATORY: excellent English & Spanish; relevant qualifications in communication, design, audiovisual media or marketing; practical skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, 2D animation and graphic design.

• APPLICATION: apply with your CV, cover letter and portfolio, indicating your earliest available start date. We are looking for someone to join as soon as possible.

• KEYWORDS: #VideoEditing #2DAnimation #GraphicDesign #SocialMedia #Communications #Agrifood #Bioeconomy #ProfessionalDevelopment

We are looking for a junior communications professional with strong practical skills in video editing, 2D animation and graphic design to join our Communications team. You will help turn technical ideas and project results into clear, engaging audiovisual and visual content, alongside supporting social media scheduling, general communication activities and events.

The role

As Communications & Video Content Specialist, you will support communication activities for Innovarum and the European projects we work on. You will work closely with our Communications Manager and the wider team, with video editing and 2D animation as a central part of your role.

You will also receive training in European projects, learning how communication and dissemination work in EU-funded innovation projects, with guidance from experienced colleagues.

VIDEO EDITING AND 2D ANIMATION

1. Edit videos for European projects, social media, websites and events using Adobe Premiere Pro.

2. Create 2D animations and motion graphics to explain concepts, processes and project results.

3. Combine animation, footage, voiceovers, music, subtitles and graphics into coherent audiovisual pieces.

4. Support scriptwriting and storyboard development, helping translate technical information into accessible visual content.

5. Adapt videos to different channels and formats, following project branding and communication requirements.

6. Organise audiovisual assets and incorporate feedback throughout production.

GRAPHIC DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION

1. Design social media graphics, infographics, presentations, brochures and other communication materials.

2. Support the graphic editing and layout of project proposals, creating clear diagrams, figures and other visual elements in collaboration with our proposal writers.

3. Improve the readability and visual consistency of documents and presentations.

4. Adapt existing templates and materials while respecting Innovarum’s and each project’s visual identity.

SOCIAL MEDIA AND GENERAL COMMUNICATION

1. Prepare, adapt and schedule content for LinkedIn, Instagram and other relevant channels.

2. Help maintain content calendars and coordinate the materials needed for upcoming publications.

3. Draft and edit content in English and Spanish for posts, newsletters, websites and event communications.

4. Support straightforward website updates and collect basic communication performance data.

EVENT SUPPORT

1. Assist with the preparation, promotion and practical organisation of online and in-person events.

2. Help prepare registration forms, presentations, signage and other event materials.

3. Support event coverage through photos, short videos and social media content.

Requirements

Mandatory Skills

• Excellent written and spoken English and Spanish.

• Relevant qualifications in audiovisual communication, graphic design, digital media, communication, marketing or a related field.

• Practical proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and 2D animation using After Effects or an equivalent tool.

• Graphic design and layout skills, with confidence using Canva and Adobe design tools.

• Familiarity with social media management and content scheduling.

• Good organisation, attention to detail and a collaborative approach, with a willingness to learn.

Please provide a portfolio showing video editing, 2D animation and graphic design work. Academic, personal, internship and professional projects are welcome.

Bonus points

• Experience communicating scientific or technical topics.

• Experience supporting events or creating content at events.

• Familiarity with Metricool, WordPress, email marketing or analytics tools.

• Knowledge of European projects and an interest in sustainability, agri-food and the bioeconomy.

Benefits

• €26,000–€30,000 gross/year, depending on experience, with opportunities for long-term continuity.

• Flexible hours: 40-hour contract with a regular working schedule of 38 hours/week.

• Hybrid working: two office days per week in a modern, well-connected Madrid office; fully remote periods during one summer month and Christmas.

• Extra time off: your birthday when it falls on a weekday, plus 24 and 31 December.

• Structured recovery time after major proposal submissions.

• A supportive, international team, with celebrations and two annual team-building events.

• Work on projects supporting ethical and environmentally sustainable innovation.

Join us at Innovarum and be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of the agri-food sector and bioeconomy. Let's make innovations real together!