Student Assistant - Social Media Content Creator

Introduction

42 Berlin is a disruptive higher education NGO training up to 600 students to become cutting-edge software engineers in a practice-based gamified peer-learning environment.

Our model is based on the internationally successful concept of Ecole 42, which was founded in 2013 in Paris and now trains more than 18,000 students in 50+ schools across the globe.

At 42 Berlin we set out to educate the next generation of German software engineers to build a digital future together.

Your tasks

Tasks

As Student Assistant - Social Media Content Creator, you will produce engaging content for our Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube channels, helping us showcase campus life, student stories, and events to the world. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Produce and post-produce content for Instagram posts, stories, and YouTube Shorts (~6h/week)
• Create and edit short-form videos for TikTok (~1h/week)
• Take photos at campus events to document and promote community life (~1h/week)
• Maintain a consistent visual identity in line with 42 Berlin's brand
• Collaborate with the team to align content with upcoming campaigns and events

Requirements

• Photography and video editing skills
• Familiarity with Instagram and TikTok editing tools (e.g., CapCut, Muse, or similar)
• Reliable, creative, and detail-oriented personality
• Alignment with our values (inclusive and open-minded)
• Interest in tech, education, or startup culture
• Fluent written and verbal communication in English
• Right to live and work in Germany

Beneficial

• Experience managing social media accounts or creating content for a brand or community
• German language skills

Benefits

• Free staff drinks and snacks
• Team events on a regular basis
• Lots of room to take ownership and develop your skills
• Potential to increase hours after 3 months

At 42 Berlin we strongly believe in the value of individual differences and human diversity. We are extremely proud of our inclusive and flexible work culture, recognising each employee for their individual strengths and talents.

Research shows that women or people with protected characteristics often only apply if they check every box.

Contact

If you feel you could be great for this role but don't meet every single item on the list, please get in touch either way. We'd love to work out the potential together.

You do not need to submit a picture, date of birth, nationality or even your name with your application. Just insert placeholders instead.

We would like you to make the effort to write a cover letter though.