Social Media & Short-form video internship

Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG); Barcelona; On-site; EUR 8,900 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona is seeking an intern to join the communications team and turn discoveries into scroll-stopping short-form video.

You will concept, script, film and edit for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts and LinkedIn, translating complex science into engaging stories for a global audience. English is required, Spanish/Catalan a plus, and mentorship will help you build a strong portfolio.

Qualifications

• Love of short-form video and instinct for what makes people stop scrolling.
• Confidence filming on a smartphone or camera, and comfort in front of and behind the lens.
• Solid video-editing skills (CapCut, Edits or similar).
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Motivation to learn, experiment and pitch ideas.

Responsibilities

• Concept, script, film and edit short-form video for Reels, TikTok, Shorts and LinkedIn.
• Translate complex research into clear, punchy stories for non-specialist audiences.
• Own content end to end, from idea to final cut and caption.
• Get behind the scenes with scientists, labs and facilities to capture unique footage.
• Spot emerging formats and trends and adapt them to CRG voice.
• Track video performance to inform future content.
• Contribute to campaigns across events, training, public engagement and science communication.
• Help build a content pipeline and library of reusable assets.

Skills

Short-form video

Filming on smartphone/camera

Video editing

English proficiency

Curiosity & initiative

Education

Master's program in audiovisual communication and production or related field

Tools

CapCut

Edits

Job description

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG shares principles of an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team that is supported by high-end and innovative technologies and a flexible and efficient administration.

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research' logo from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).

Please, check out our Recruitment Policy

The role

We are at a critically important moment for the CRG. Our institute is about to rebrand, with a fresh modern look that will launch alongside a brand-new website. We are looking for someone to join the communication team during this hugely exciting period.

You will be the person turning discoveries made inside one of Europe's leading genomics institutes into scroll-stopping short-form video. We are looking for someone with creative flair who is willing to confidently and creatively create the kind of content that makes someone stop and watch content to the end, ideally inspired by what we do.

You will join the Communications team and take real ownership of video content across Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts and LinkedIn. You will get behind-the-scenes access most people never see, including labs, microscopes, core facilities, and the researchers behind the headlines, and you will turn it into stories that land with a young, global audience.

During the internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Concept, script, film and edit short-form video from start to finish for Reels, TikTok, Shorts and LinkedIn.
• Translate complex research into clear, punchy, genuinely engaging stories for non-specialist audiences.
• Own content end to end, including from the first idea and the shot list to the final cut and the caption.
• Get behind the scenes with scientists, labs and core facilities to capture footage no one else has.
• Spot emerging formats, trends and audio, and adapt them to the CRG voice before they go stale.
• Track how videos perform and use the numbers to sharpen the next round of content.
• Contribute to campaigns across events, training, public engagement and science communication.
• Help build a content pipeline and a library of reusable assets.

What's in it for you

• A real, published portfolio — a showreel of work made for a respected international research institute
• Reach — your videos will be seen by tens of thousands of people across CRG's channels.
• Genuine creative ownership — together with the wider team, your ideas and your edits will shape what a video becomes.
• Mentorship — hands-on guidance from a professional communications team who will help you understand science communication
• An international, multilingual environment — in the heart of Barcelona, alongside colleagues from more than 40 countries.

Who would we like to hire

Must Have

• A genuine love of short-form video and an instinct for what makes people stop scrolling
• Confidence filming on a smartphone or camera, and comfort in front of and behind the lens
• Solid video-editing skills (e.g. CapCut, Edits or similar)
• Being able to communicate in English
• Motivation to learn, experiment and pitch your own ideas

Desirable but not required/ Nice to have

• Interest in science, research or science communication.
• Motion graphics, design or photography skills (e.g. Canva or similar).
• An existing portfolio, showreel or social channel you help run.
• A feel for platform analytics and what the numbers are telling you

Education and training

• This internship is aimed at students currently enrolled in a master's programme at a university in audiovisual communication and production, digital communication, marketing and social media, design/art direction (including film and motion), graphic design, or a related field. We also warmly welcome science students with a strong content-creation side who want to build a career in science communication

Languages

• Proficiency in English is required
• Spanish and/or Catalan are a strong advantage and will widen the audiences you can create for

Technical skills

• Working knowledge of at least one video-editing tool
• Familiarity with the major social platforms and the formats native to each
• A basic understanding of social media metrics and performance
• Comfort with standard workflow and office tools. We do not have access to Adobe tools

Competences

• Creativity and strong visual storytelling
• Organisation and the discipline to hit deadlines and publishing schedules
• The ability to work independently and as part of a tea
• Curiosity, initiative and a willingness to try things

The Offer

• Duration: minimum 6 months' internship. Possible to cover the full length of the studies in course.

Internship agreement. Duration is negotiable and can be adapted to your availability and academic calendar.

• Weekly schedule: Flexible, from Monday to Friday, full time/part time.
• Paid internship

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.