Field Videographer - Zimbabwe
Film high-quality video footage for the UN Youth Office SDG project in Zimbabwe.
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Overview
Film high-quality video footage for the UN Youth Office SDG project in Zimbabwe.
You have:
- Speak the language of the interviewee.
- Possesses a minimum of three (3) years of experience in video filming and editing.
- Equipped with a professional video camera, a tripod, portable lighting, and microphones.
- Stable connection to internet and ability to send videos online is required.
- Experienced in proper lighting techniques and sound recording.
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communication, journalism, video, film and television or related areas.
- Employment verification letters are required.
- Work samples may be requested.
Contract
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Result of Service
Broadcast quality footage of interview(s) and B-roll of a United Nations Youth Office’s Young Leader for the SDGs, shot according to UN Video’s instructions with correct lighting and microphones. Full rights to all footage recorded is granted to the United Nations.
Work Location
Harare, Zimbabwe and surrounding area
Expected duration
One to three days
Duties and Responsibilities
This function is located in the UN Video Section of the News and Content Branch, within the News and Media Division (NMD) in the Department of Global Communications (DGC). The individual contractor (videographer) will report to the UN Video producer. The Individual Contractor (videographer) shall: 1) Liaise with relevant UN Video producer to agree on timelines and deadlines. 2) Attend online meetings with UN Video for specifics on how to shoot the interview and B-roll. 3) Film interview(s) and B-roll in designated location. 4) Full rights to all footage is granted to the United Nations. 5) Deliver interview(s) and B-roll footage upon completion to UN Video individual contractor manager using an online transfer method, such as WeTransfer, Dropbox, Google Drive. a. Candidate must be equipped with a professional video camera (4K desirable), a tripod, portable lighting, and microphone b. Requirements of filmed footage: Broadcast quality, landscape 16:9 aspect ratio videos, or as instructed by UN Video and IC Manager. 6) Follow UN Video guidelines, ensuring obtaining permissions and copyright, including written approvals for photos and video content, especially where minors are concerned. 7) Possesses a minimum of three (3) years of experience in video filming and editing is required. 8) Speak the language of the interviewee. 9) Employment verification letters are required. 10) Work samples may be requested.
Qualifications/special skills
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communication, journalism, video, film and television or related areas. A High School degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the university degree. A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in communication, journalism, video, film and television or related area is required. Experience in video filming and editing is required. Experience in proper lighting techniques and sound recording is required. Equipped with a professional video camera, a tripod, portable lighting, and microphones is required. Stable connection to internet and ability to send videos online is required. Experience filming and producing in international settings is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official languages is desirable
Additional Information
Special Notice: Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe the most challenging video project you've worked on? | This question assesses your experience and problem-solving skills in videography. | Outline the challenges faced and the steps taken to overcome them. |
| How do you ensure that your video footage meets broadcast quality standards? | The interviewer wants to understand your knowledge of technical requirements for videography. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience working in international settings for videography. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach lighting and sound recording in your shoots? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you have collaborated with a team to produce video content? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure permissions are obtained for filming, especially concerning minors? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how you keep your technical skills updated in videography. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you had to adapt your filming techniques on the spot; what did you do? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 8 months ago
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Source:
careers.un.org
