Multimedia Producer – Voice Over Artist, Roving Reporter, and Self-Shot Video Producer

Produce high-quality multimedia video products for UNEP's campaigns and events.

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Overview

Produce high-quality multimedia video products for UNEP's campaigns and events.

You have:

  • Diploma in Communications, journalism, media production or another relevant field is required.
  • At least three years of experience working as a voice over artist, reporter, or self-shot video producer is required.
  • Familiarity with remote production workflows, cloud storage tools, and standard video formats is required.
  • Excellent communication, storytelling, and organizational skills is desirable.
  • Fluency in English is required.

Contract

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Result of Service

High-quality video products are produced and delivered across UNEP’s multimedia outputs — including campaign explainers, event reports, and self-shot stories — that amplify UNEP’s global messaging and enhance its digital presence.

Work Location

NAIROBI

Expected duration

3 Months

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global authority on the environment. Its Communications Division drives UNEP’s efforts to raise awareness and inspire action worldwide through multimedia storytelling. In 2026, UNEP will deliver several major communications outputs including UNEA-7, global campaigns such as World Environment Day and Champions of the Earth, and continuous multimedia storytelling through its Climate Action, Nature Action, and Pollution Action series. Effective, accessible video communication, combining voice, presence, and authentic field content, is central to UNEP’s ability to connect global audiences with environmental progress and challenges. Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Head of Multimedia, the consultant will perform the following functions: 1. Voice Over and Narration a. Record professional voice overs for UNEP’s campaign videos, explainers, and corporate content in line with UNEP editorial and brand guidelines. b. Collaborate with producers to interpret scripts, ensure clear tone and pacing, and deliver consistent vocal branding. c. support multilingual adaptations where required, coordinating timing and style for translated versions. 2. Roving Reporter and On-Screen Presentation a. Serve as an on-screen presenter for selected UNEP video products and live or pre-recorded segments during events such as UNEA-7 or World Environment Day. b. Conduct on-camera interviews with UNEP experts, youth leaders, and delegates. c. Prepare short field reports or event summaries, maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and accessibility. 3. Self-Shot Video Production a. Plan, film, and edit short self-shot videos that complement UNEP’s campaign and digital outputs. b. Mentor and coordinate contributors, including youth representatives or field partners, to ensure consistent quality of self-filmed content. c. Support remote production workflows, including technical onboarding, file delivery, and content review. 4. Collaboration and Editorial Support a. Work closely with UNEP’s production team to integrate voice over, on-camera, and self-shot materials into cohesive multimedia stories. b. Contribute to creative ideation sessions and provide input on scriptwriting, story structure, and visual tone. c. Ensure all content aligns with UNEP’s editorial, branding, and accessibility standards. 5. Event and Campaign Support a. Participate in on-site or remote coverage of UNEP events, producing quickturnaround video pieces for social and web distribution. b. Support campaign visibility by providing dynamic voice, presence, and storytelling through UNEP’s YouTube and digital channels.

Qualifications/special skills

Diploma in Communications, journalism, media production or another relevant field is required. At least three years of experience working as a voice over artist, reporter, or self-shot video producer is required. Familiarity with remote production workflows, cloud storage tools, and standard video formats is required. Excellent communication, storytelling, and organizational skills is desirable

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

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

Describe your experience with voice-over work and how you interpret scripts for video production. The interviewer wants to assess your voice-over skills and understanding of script interpretation. Share specific examples of past voice-over projects, focusing on techniques used to convey tone and clarity.
Can you discuss a time when you produced a video on a tight deadline? How did you manage your time? This question evaluates your time management skills and ability to work under pressure. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that your video production aligns with brand guidelines? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to conduct effective on-camera interviews? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience in mentoring others during video production. How do you ensure quality? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you outline your familiarity with cloud storage tools used in video production? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you make your video content accessible to a wider audience? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What creative ideas do you bring to multimedia storytelling for environmental issues? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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