Dutch Design Foundation in Eindhoven is looking for a Social Media Marketer (32 hours per week). Fluent in spoken and written Dutch, with a strong command of English.

We are optimists!

We believe in the problem-solving power of designers and provide them with opportunities, support, visibility and a platform. By showcasing how designers around the world are shaping a positive future, we strengthen their position and impact far beyond the Netherlands. We do this through Dutch Design Week, Dutch Design Awards, Coalitions and PONT. Dutch Design Foundation is a non-profit organisation governed by a Managing Director and a Supervisory Board.

About the role

As Social Media Marketer, you are the voice of DDF and Dutch Design Week across all social media channels. You are responsible for developing social media strategies, creating original content and analysing performance to continuously optimise results. You collaborate with internal teams and external creators to develop compelling content formats and ensure our brand message stands out and resonates with diverse audiences. You stay on top of planning, trends and developments across social media, ensuring our communication remains relevant, distinctive and forward-looking.

Your responsibilities:

1. Content Creation & Editorial

  • Storytelling: Translate strategic organisational goals into a strong and engaging social media presence.
  • Copywriting: Coordinate and create social media content, and write copy for save-the-dates, direct mailings, service emails and invitations.
  • Campaign Execution: Build, test and distribute newsletters and direct mail campaigns in Mailchimp and Brevo across all DDF labels.
  • Audience-focused Communication: Create content that speaks to the diverse audiences of DDF and Dutch Design Week.
  • Format Development: Initiate and implement new content formats across visual, audio (podcasts) and video channels.
  • Content Maintenance: Keep pages up to date, from the annual calendar and participant information to dedicated sections such as Design Tours and DDW Young.

2. Direction

  • Visual Curation: Curate and develop visual content that strengthens the visual identity of DDF and Dutch Design Week.
  • Social Media Expertise: Stay up to date with platform developments, algorithms and best practices, and effectively adapt content accordingly.
  • Trend Awareness: Spot relevant trends and current events, and respond quickly with timely and meaningful content.
  • Partnership Development: Identify opportunities for collaborations with relevant partners and independently develop and grow these initiatives.

3. Performance & Optimisation

  • Data & Conversion: Work closely with the Digital Marketing Manager to ensure content performance is measurable and aligned with objectives.
  • Continuous Improvement: Use insights and data to test new formats and optimise social content.
  • Community Management: Take responsibility for community management and moderation, ensuring consistent, professional and engaging interactions with our audiences.

Who are you?

  • You speak the language of both organisations and designers, and can confidently switch between strategic and creative contexts.
  • You have an affinity with design and design-led approaches.
  • You are creative and strong in content creation, while also enjoying a hands-on role within projects and teams.

What do we offer?

  • A role within an organisation with social impact.
  • A team of passionate professionals in an organisation that dares to look ahead.
  • A dynamic position within a team operating at the highest international level of design events through Dutch Design Week.
  • A warm, engaged and collaborative team culture.
  • Front-row access to the latest developments in the field of design.
  • Space for initiative, professional growth and visible impact.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with leading designers and organisations.
  • A competitive salary, based on experience and commitment.

About us

Dutch Design Foundation believes designers play a vital role in making our world more beautiful, sustainable and socially connected. We are optimistic, while recognising the challenges we face today and the urgency they demand. We believe in the forward-thinking mindset and transformative power of designers, and create space for this through our programmes: Coalitions, Dutch Design Awards, Dutch Design Week, PONT en DDE.

Diversity & Inclusion

DDF endorses the Cultural Governance Code, the Fair Practice Code and the Diversity & Inclusion Code. We actively work towards greater awareness and development in these areas and strive to create an organisation where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to contribute.

Interested?

Do you recognise yourself in this role and would you like to contribute to the growth and social impact of Dutch Design Foundation? Send your CV and motivation to applications@dutchdesignfoundation.com.

Questions?

Interested in the position but still have a few questions? We would love to hear from you. Call us on +31 (0)40 296 11 50, email applications@dutchdesignfoundation.com or visit us at Dutch Design Foundation, Torenallee 22-08, 5617 BD Eindhoven, The Netherlands