Animation Video Creation

Create video animations for water-saving initiatives in Bahrain.

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Thursday 20 Mar 2025 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Create video animations for water-saving initiatives in Bahrain.

You have:

  • Previous experience in animation and/or motion graphics.
  • Good knowledge of online marketing tools & channels.
  • Experience with design software such as Adobe Animate, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator.
  • A degree in graphic design, animation, web-media, media, and communications or related fields is considered an asset but not necessary.
  • Submit a short portfolio of previous work.

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We are looking for 1 creative volunteer to support our organization’s communications team and graphic designer by creating video animations to raise awareness on water-saving initiatives in Bahrain in support of a nation-wide campaign. The online volunteer will use our design guidelines and other resources to create and curate interesting content for our social media channels. The creator will produce high-quality video animations, approximately 60 seconds - 90 seconds long to promote water conservation tips and World Water Day.

The volunteer will receive storyboards, brand guidelines and full guidance and support from UN-Habitat Bahrain.

  • Conceptualize, design and layout high quality and innovative illustrations and graphics for 3 animated short clips in support of UN-Habitat’s communication and advocacy work for a water-saving campaign
  • Produce professional motion graphics and edit video content.
  • Provide consistency in the look and feel of communications and advocacy products across all stages of production.

Key Deliverables: Animation Production: Develop a high-quality animated video (duration: 60-90 seconds) to promote water conservation tips and World Water Day messaging. Utilize storytelling techniques that resonate with local communities, ensuring accessibility and relatability.

Concept Development: Propose 3 storyboards, with one selected for final production. Final illustrations are to be sent for before production. Align massage with World Water Day and Campaign.

Visual & Audio Elements: Integrate infographics, illustrations, motion graphics, and engaging scenarios to illustrate key water-saving practices. Include voice-over narration and subtitles to ensure inclusivity. Adapt the animation for use on social media (reel) and websites.

Revisions & Finalization: Incorporate feedback from UN-Habitat Bahrain. Deliver the final animation in multiple formats for digital and public screenings. Compliance: Ensure adherence to branding and communication guidelines. Make the content visually appealing, culturally relevant, and action oriented.

Candidates should have previous experience in animation and/or motion-graphics, an understanding of visual storytelling, good knowledge of online marketing tools & channels, social media, and experience design software; - Adobe Animate and After effects, Primer pro & illustrator

A degree in graphic design, animation, web-media, media and communications or related fields is considered an asset but not necessary.

Please submit a short Portfolio of previous work.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a previous animation project you worked on and what your specific role was? This question assesses your experience and contribution to previous projects. Detail your role and the skills you used in that project.
How do you ensure that your animations are engaging and effective in delivering a message? The interviewer wants to know about your approach to storytelling and audience engagement. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you've integrated feedback into your animation projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools and software do you prefer for video animation and why? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated with the latest trends in animation and graphic design? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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