Specialist for media and information services

• A three-year training programme with an optimal combination of theory and practice
• A diverse range of tasks in the field of media administration and public relations
• An attractive training allowance in accordance with the collective labour agreement from the 1st year of training

• A final bonus of 400 euros on passing the final examination for the first time

• Working in a committed and open team
• A holiday entitlement of 30 days (+ additional public holidays and customary days)
• Individual support from dedicated training supervisors
• A wide range of further training opportunities (e.g. specialist or Bachelor's degree)

• Secondary school leaving certificate (intermediate school leaving certificate)
• Creativity and digital understanding
• Interest in media of all kinds
• Willingness to learn and perform
• Communication skills and enjoyment of contact with people
• Diligence and organisational talent

As a modern library, we combine traditional tasks such as lending and advice with innovative services - from digital media to makerspaces.

During your training as a FAMI, you will not only learn how to handle books and digital portals, but also how to organise events and use modern library technology. You will be part of a dedicated team that combines education, culture and service on a daily basis.

The three-year apprenticeship takes place at the Bocholt City Library, with vocational training at the Robert-Schmidt-Berufskolleg in Essen.

These are your tasks:

• Research in digital portals, databases and networks
• Advising customers and clients
• Support with the design of social media platforms (e.g. planning posts and image editing)
• Preparation and implementation of events, exhibitions, guided tours or training courses for various target groups (e.g. holiday programme and workshops to promote media skills)
• Procurement of media, information and data
• Managing and securing media, collections and information carriers
• Use of information and communication systems
• Public relations (e.g. design of advertising materials - print & digital)
• Application of marketing strategies and instruments
• Processing loans, returns, pre-orders and reminders

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After completing the training, there are various fields of employment, e.g.

• in municipal and public libraries,
• in public administrations or
• at universities, museums or publishing houses

Field report from Lara