Your mission
Did you know that a single container ship emits more CO2 than 65,000 cars?
At CargoKite, we're on a mission to revolutionize maritime transport by developing the sailing ship of the 21st century. Our autonomous, micro container ship harnesses the power of wind, comprising a cutting-edge kite propulsion system and our patented ship design.
We are currently seeking a dynamic working student with a passion for marketing to bolster our efforts in promoting the CargoKite brand. As a Marketing Working Student at CargoKite, you'll drive the creation of compelling marketing materials, including captivating video shorts showcasing our prototype vessel. You'll also craft engaging content for potential customers and investors, while managing our online presence across social media platforms and our website. This role offers the opportunity to unleash your creativity, assume ownership of key projects, and collaborate closely with our founders' team.
Your Tasks:
* Collaborate with the whole team to develop compelling marketing material showcasing our product vision and current prototype vessels
* Generate innovative ideas to enhance our marketing strategy
* Travel to international test sites to independently create photo and video content for presentation to customers, investors, and on social media platforms
* Edit created footage (photo editing & video cutting) to create captivating material
* Come up with creative approaches to promote the CargoKite brand effectively
* Help CargoKite strengthen its employer branding
Your profile
* Enrolled Bachelor's or Master's student in marketing or related visual creation programs in Munich.
* Creative mind with a knack for photography and videography.
* Strong photo and video editing skills (Adobe Photoshop and Premiere or similar. After Effects is a bonus).
* Writing compelling social media posts is a piece of cake for you.
* Proficiency in MS Office suite.
* Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
* Motivated, independent and reliable way of working.
* Previous experience in marketing roles, particularly in content creation, is advantageous.
* Fluency in both written and spoken English; German proficiency is a plus.
What we offer
* Unique opportunity to join a cutting-edge startup as an early team member and shape the future of maritime transportation.
* Personal growth through significant autonomy and responsibility.
* Mentorship from experienced founders and industry experts .
* Possibility to join the team full-time after successfully completing your studies.
* Work within a dynamic, close-knit team with a flat organizational structure.
* Comfortable workspace in our office with access to snacks and beverages.
About us
We are CargoKite, a Munich-based early-stage startup developing a new, wind-powered ship class for oversea transportation of freight. We are a spin-off from the Technical University of Munich and aim to decarbonize global shipping. With our high-tech sailing ship we help commercial shipping companies to reduce operating costs, cut emissions by 100% and enable a faster and more customizable shipping service. After recently closing our seed funding round with international top-tier investors from the US and Europe, we are now looking to grow our world-class crew!
At CargoKite, we believe that diversity and equal opportunity are key to success. Therefore, we create an inclusive environment for all employees and are open to diverse applications, regardless of age, skin color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation or other legally protected characteristics.
Do I need to meet all the requirements to apply?
Studies by several different sources have shown that, on average, men will apply for a job if they meet 60% of the application requirements. In contrast, women/non-binary people will seek to match a much higher percentage of the requirements before applying.
We encourage everyone to apply and give us a chance to evaluate your skills and experience. We are all learning on the job, and although the listing above has been carefully compiled, we are also open-minded and interested to hear about the value you can bring to the role and to us as a company.