Trainee Creative Director, Social Media Marketing

Headstart Collective

Trainee Creative Director at Headstart Collective responsible for developing and organizing social media marketing strategies. Join a young, innovative team for engaging projects in remote work.

Posted 7/17/2026internshipRemote • 🇩🇪 GermanyEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong conceptual thinking and organizational skills in developing high-quality social media advertising content. Possesses a solid understanding of consumer psychology and effective communication strategies to engage clients and teams.

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Social Media AdvertisingConceptual ThinkingClient CommunicationCreative DirectionConsumer Psychology

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Hard Skills

Content CreationVideo ProductionProject ManagementSocial Media StrategyBriefing Preparation

Soft Skills

Organizational TalentMotivationIndependenceEagerness to LearnPersuasion

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Digital MediaMarketingAgency ExperienceHigh-Quality ContentSocial Media Channels

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop concepts and ideas for social media advertising videos — creative, strategic, and always on trend.
Plan and organize our shoots down to the smallest detail: from casting and reviewing/managing applications to preparing clear briefings.
Support the organization of props and the search for suitable locations.
Present your concepts in client meetings and persuade with your vision.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong instinct for high-quality content and a clear understanding of what works on each platform.
Conceptual thinking and structured organization.
A creative mind and organizational talent combined.
Confident communication with clients and within the team.
Experience in an agency, directing, or creative direction is a big plus.
Degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, Marketing, or Digital Media — Bachelor’s or Master’s.
Preferably some initial professional experience.
Motivation and drive to give your best and a strong eagerness to learn.
Independence and a willingness to learn.
Interest in the creation and publishing of social media advertising.
Knowledge of consumer psychology.
Solid knowledge of various social media channels.

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% Remote-first.
From day one you'll take on responsibility and work with a wide range of clients — from startups to corporates.
Regular team events.
A culture that encourages you to reach your full potential.
A young, innovative team that is receptive to your ideas.
A varied role with a steep learning curve.
Work from home.