Correspondent - Berlin

Starting date: September 1, 2025
Deadline for applications: July 25, 2025
Location: Berlin, Germany - Europe region
 

THE JOB

AFP is seeking a dynamic and motivated native-level English-speaking correspondent to join its reporting team in Berlin, Germany.

The successful candidate will be an all-rounder who is brimming with story ideas and able to cover anything from politics to economics to culture. The pace of news in Germany is fast and the candidate should be adept in identifying breaking news and turning them if needed into lively stories for a broad, international readership within minutes. 

While the post is based in Berlin, the correspondent will be required to travel across Germany, and occasionally beyond, to cover major breaking news.

The correspondent must be prepared to work flexible hours, especially early in the morning, but also some evenings and weekends.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Proven professional experience in written journalism and an ability to write lively copy on a broad range of topics. A background in wire agency reporting would be a plus.
• A very good command of German is a must.
• Working knowledge of French, including the ability to translate accurately from French to English.
• Sound knowledge of German politics, culture and economy.
• Video skills are an advantage.

APPLICATIONS

Please send a CV and cover letter to recruit.germany@afp.com by July 25, 2024, specifying in the subject line: Recruitment Germany.