Pasantía en Diseño y Comunicación Visual

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as human rights, humanitarian aid, and sustainable development. The UN operates in multiple countries around the world, with a significant presence in various regions, including Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The organization employs thousands of individuals across diverse fields, including diplomacy, development, and humanitarian assistance, working collaboratively to achieve its goals.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position in Visual Design and Communication at the United Nations is designed for individuals who are currently enrolled in or have recently completed a postgraduate program in fields such as Communication, Marketing, Graphic Design, or Advertising. The role primarily focuses on supporting the production of multimedia content, including graphics, videos, and GIFs, which are essential for the UN's communication efforts. Interns will also assist in monitoring and updating social media platforms, measuring the impact of UN human rights initiatives in traditional and digital media, and supporting presentations and press conferences. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a global organization while contributing to the UN's mission of promoting human rights and social justice.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Assisting in the production of multimedia content such as graphics, videos, and GIFs to enhance the UN's communication strategies.
• Supporting the monitoring and updating of social media channels to ensure timely and relevant content is shared with the public.
• Assisting in measuring the impact of UN human rights initiatives across traditional media, digital platforms, and social media to evaluate outreach effectiveness.
• Supporting the organization and execution of presentations, press conferences, and awareness campaigns to promote UN initiatives.
• Collaborating with team members on additional tasks as needed to fulfill the objectives of the Communication Unit.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following qualifications: (a) Must be enrolled in a postgraduate program in Communication, Marketing, Graphic Design, Advertising, or related fields, or have recently completed such a program. (b) Alternatively, candidates may be enrolled in their final year of an undergraduate program in the same fields or have completed their degree. Knowledge and experience in audio, video, and photography editing are desirable. Familiarity with social media measurement and management is also preferred. Basic knowledge of monitoring traditional and digital media is advantageous. Proficiency in Adobe software, including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Audition, and Premiere, is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this internship includes enrollment in a postgraduate program or completion of a degree in Communication, Marketing, Graphic Design, Advertising, or related disciplines. Candidates should have a strong foundation in visual communication and design principles, as well as familiarity with multimedia production tools and techniques.

Experience:
While prior professional experience is not mandatory, candidates with knowledge or experience in multimedia content creation, social media management, and basic media monitoring will be preferred. Any relevant internships or projects that demonstrate skills in these areas will be beneficial for applicants.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish (both spoken and written) is required for this internship. Knowledge of English is desirable, as it is one of the official working languages of the United Nations. Proficiency in any other official UN language, such as Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, or Russian, is considered an advantage.

Additional Notes:
Interns at the United Nations are not financially compensated for their work. All costs related to travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Mexico may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization prior to starting the internship. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. Additionally, the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.