Role
* reporting on current and in-depth European topics, EU institutions, and Western European countries - from topic selection to implementation - for all of Deutsche Welle’s channels and formats
* producing features and in-depth reports (social media, online, TV) from Brussels and Europe
* live interviews and broadcasts for YouTube and TV (in English)
* organization of studio conversations as well as conducting interviews with relevant figures
Profile
* university degree as well as completed traineeship or comparable journalistic qualification
* long-standing professional journalistic experience, including experience as video journalist and mobile reporter
* prior experience as a correspondent, preferably from Brussels, and experience with breaking news situations
* ability to analyze political and geostrategic contexts and very good knowledge of the EU institutions
* good knowledge of the processes of social media departments, preferably at media organizations similar to DW
* experience with reporting and interview formats for YouTube
* professional language proficiency in English and French (min. level C1), German desirable
* excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to work in interdisciplinary and diverse teams, high level of intercultural sensitivity and respect for diversity
Benefits
* Purposeful work
in an international media environment
* Modern organizational culture New Work
Digital Leadership and Collaboration
* Opportunities for growth
Comprehensive learning and development programme and formats
* Flexible work arrangements
Working hours and working from home
* Attractive compensation
Competitive salary package
As employees of Deutsche Welle, we identify with the values laid down in the Deutsche Welle Act. We are especially opposed to every form of discrimination, racism and antisemitism.
We promote diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome your application regardless of your nationality, cultural, ethnic or social background and affiliation, religion or belief, disability, sexual identity, gender identity or age. We strive for gender parity at all levels of the Organisation.
Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application, including CV and cover letter, by 16 September 2026.
Closing date: 2026-09-16
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online through the Deutsche Welle vacancy page (Apply button on the page):
https://jobs.dw.com/Vacancies/2772/Description/2
Submit a complete application including CV and cover letter by 16 September 2026.