Multimedia Intern

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Position Title: Multimedia Intern
Location: Santiago
Country: Chile
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations, founded in 194

• Its mission is to contribute to the economic and social development of the region. ECLAC focuses on designing, monitoring, and evaluating public policies, providing advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, and supporting regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. For more information, visit www.eclac.org.

Job Overview:
The internship at the ECLAC Library in Santiago is expected to last between 4 to 6 months, depending on the office's needs. Candidates may be selected throughout the posting period based on these needs. Under the general supervision of the Head of the Library, the intern will work on various multimedia and outreach initiatives. The role involves producing and editing visual content, assisting in video recording, managing multimedia files, collaborating on creative projects, and editing videos according to project briefs. The intern will also be responsible for optimizing videos for different platforms and making adjustments based on feedback from the team or clients. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain practical experience in multimedia production within a significant international organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Production and editing of visual content: Create and edit videos and graphics for social media platforms, websites, and other digital channels.
• Support in video recording: Assist in filming visual material, ensuring quality and technical elements are appropriate.
• Multimedia file management: Organize and maintain a file of videos, images, and other multimedia resources efficiently.
• Collaboration on creative projects: Work alongside the creative team to develop innovative and engaging visual concepts.
• Video editing according to briefs: Edit recorded material according to specific project requirements and brand vision.
• Application of visual effects and transitions: Use editing tools to add effects, transitions, and other visual elements that enhance video quality.
• Video optimization: Ensure videos are correctly optimized for various platforms while maintaining appropriate quality and size.
• Video review and adjustments: Conduct constant reviews of videos and apply adjustments based on team or client feedback.
• Assist the team in developing engaging content for social media and other communication and outreach channels.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Relevant fields of study include Audiovisual Communication, Graphic Design, Communication Sciences, Film or Media Production, Digital Media, Information Technology (with a focus on multimedia), marketing" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Digital Marketing and Advertising, Information Architecture or Library Science (with a focus on technology), Art and Multimedia, and Multimedia Engineering. No prior experience is required for this internship.

Educational Background:
Candidates should have a background in fields related to multimedia production, such as Audiovisual Communication, Graphic Design, Communication Sciences, Film or Media Production, Digital Media, Information Technology with a multimedia focus, Digital Marketing and Advertising, Information Architecture, Library Science with a technology focus, Art and Multimedia, or Multimedia Engineering. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required, or candidates should be enrolled in a graduate program or the final year of their undergraduate studies.

Experience:
No prior experience is required for this internship position, making it suitable for students or recent graduates looking to gain practical experience in multimedia production within an international organization.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. The working languages of the United Nations Secretariat are English and French, while Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish are the official languages of the UN.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training) and does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.