About this job
Every year Cradle organizes the Virtual Production Gathering.
For the ’26 edition we are looking for a hands-on, Marketing & Communications Intern to join our creative team!
We’re a small but ambitious R&D lab withing the university working on cutting-edge projects in media and technology, and we need someone like you to help us tell our story. With no in-house marketing department for our R&D team, you’ll have real creative freedom and responsibility, working closely with our two experienced graphic designers and our producers, who will support, guide, and collaborate with you. More info at vpgathering.com
About Cradle
Cradle is the Research & Development lab of the Academy for AI, Games & Media at Breda University of Applied Sciences. At this lab, cutting-edge, innovative games and media applications are designed and developed through projects conducted on behalf of and befitting four professorships: Digital Media Concepts; Creative & Entertainment Games; Applied Games, Innovation & Society; and Applied Data Science & Artificial Intelligence. Most of the projects at Cradle involve external partners and are funded by secondary (e.g. national or EU research grants) and tertiary sources (project-based contracts). Cradle has a staff pool of experienced, tech-savvy researchers, lecturers, designers, and developers. It also offers internships, individual graduation projects, collaborative team projects, as well as support, facilities, and equipment to students, staff, and partners.
What you will be doing
- You’ll take a key role in planning, creating, and executing marketing initiatives, including:
- Assisting in organizing and promoting the Virtual Production Gathering ‘26
- Creating engaging videos and visuals to showcase existing projects
- Updating our website with fresh content and improvements
- Developing and managing a social media content plan (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Writing and scheduling LinkedIn posts that reflect our brand and values
- Main mission: Help market our flagship event, the Virtual Production Gathering 26 (April), including designing and rolling out campaigns, social content, and promotional assets (www.vpgathering.com)
What we offer
- A financial compensation (where applicable)
- A flexible, collaborative environment where your ideas matter
- Access to cutting-edge technology and facilities at BUas, including the XR Stage
- Networking opportunities with professionals and educators across Europe
- Support from experienced project managers, researchers, and creative professionals
- Ownership & Impact. From social media content to event marketing campaigns, your contributions will be published, seen, and shared.
Your profile
- You receive ECTS for doing an internship or a thesis assignment as part of your study program
- You are conducting a MBO or a bachelor, university of applied sciences (HBO) or a similar institution
- Preferred backgrounds include, but are not limited to: Media Management, Event Production, Arts Management, Creative Business, Film/TV Production, Digital Media, Communication, or related fields
- Passion for media, storytelling, and digital marketing
- Video editing experience (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, CapCut, etc.)
- Familiarity with social platforms (Discord community management and basic web tools WordPress or similar is a plus)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Interest in creative visual industries (animation, games, virtual production, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Ability to work in an international, multicultural environment
- You are available for at least 5-6 months, starting from September 2025 onwards. Start/end date is negotiable
Application process
Interested or do you have any questions? Please send your CV, portfolio and short motivation to cradle@buas.nl. You will receive a reply to your application two weeks after the closing date at latest.
External recruiters need not inquire