Communications Assistant

ABOUT US

Beit Karam is a first-of-its-kind community organization for education, healing, and rebuilding in Syria. Founded in Aleppo, it is a home for possibility created for young people and families returning after years of displacement, as well as those who never left, to carry their communities forward. Beit Karam is where Syrian youth discover their potential, explore creative learning, and shape the future of their communities. It’s where people access training and mentorship, and find a space to heal from trauma.  This work is made possible through our partnership with Karam Foundation and Karam Evi, two organizations committed to restoring dignity and rebuilding futures across the Syrian diaspora. Beit Karam deepens this mission by bringing it home. We believe in building not just what was lost, but what was always possible. At Beit Karam, we are growing a generation of changemakers, dreamers, and leaders who will help shape a free, thriving Syria. This year, we launched the first Karam Caravan, a mobile maker lab bringing fun, creative, and learning activities directly to schools in and around Aleppo and Idlib.

OVERVIEW

Beit Karam is looking for a Communications Assistant to help document and share the stories of our community in Syria. This role combines on-the-ground documentation through photography and videography, social media support, and close coordination with our international communications team.

The Communications Assistant will play a key role in capturing daily activities, programs, workshops, community events, and the broader impact of Beit Karam’s work across Aleppo, Idlib, and beyond.

ABOUT YOU

A Creative Visual Storyteller
You know how to translate real moments into powerful photos and videos. You understand emotion, composition, pacing, and how to bring a story to life in a way that feels honest and human.

A Clear Communicator
You can speak with families, youth, mentors, and staff with empathy and professionalism. You know how to gather stories respectfully and translate them into compelling content.

Technically Skilled
You can film, photograph, edit, and manage media files. You work confidently with editing software and social platforms. You’re always learning and improving your craft.

Organized & Reliable
You manage shoots, schedules, content, and deadlines with clarity. You label your files. You deliver on time. You understand the importance of workflow.

Collaborative
You enjoy working with others, locally and internationally. You value feedback and can adapt your content to match brand guidelines and campaign needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Storytelling & Documentation

• Document Beit Karam’s daily activities, programs, workshops, and community events through photos and videos.
• Travel with Karam Caravan across Aleppo and surrounding areas as needed to film and photograph student sessions, school visits, and community engagement.
• Capture on-camera interviews with youth, families, mentors, and staff.
• Gather stories and quotes from community members that reflect the impact of our work.

Content Creation & Editing

• Film, photograph, and edit high-quality visual content for use across social media, reports, and donor communications.
• Prepare and organize raw footage, edited videos, and photo archives in the organization’s cloud storage.
• Follow Beit Karam brand guidelines for tone, style, and visual identity.

Social Media & Digital Presence

• Develop short-form photo and video content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and posting content on Beit Karam’s social media channels.
• Support content calendar development and upcoming campaign planning.

Coordination with the International Communications Team

• Share photo and video assets regularly with the greater Karam communications team.
• Support international campaigns by providing timely content, quotes, captions, and translations when needed.
• Respond to media requests for images or footage from the ground.

Professional Growth

• Stay familiar with emerging trends in storytelling, editing, and social media.
• Continuously improve shooting, editing, and content development skills.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one year of experience in photography, videography, or digital content creation.
• Ability to shoot high-quality photos and video with DSLR/mirrorless cameras and microphones.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar tools.
• Strong sense of visual storytelling, composition, pacing, and sound design.
• Experience creating content for social media platforms (Reels, TikTok, Stories, YouTube).
• Strong organizational skills for managing and archiving large media libraries.
  Ability to travel with program teams (including Karam Caravan) across Aleppo and nearby areas.
• Fluency in Arabic; English proficiency is a plus.
• A collaborative attitude, openness to feedback, and clear communication skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects at once.
  
  

LOCATION: Beit Karam, Aleppo
HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week

COMPENSATION: Based on experience, qualifications, and the organization’s salary scale.