Producer/Videographer

Produce multimedia content including videos and podcasts.

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Application deadline 3 years ago: Monday 10 Jul 2023 at 23:59 UTC

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Overview

Produce multimedia content including videos and podcasts.

You have:

  • A minimum of three years of proven experience in photography, podcast production, and videography, with a particular emphasis on coverage of conferences and documentary content.
  • Fluency in Arabic and good command in English is required.

Result of Service The Producer/Videographer will be responsible for producing various multimedia content, including videos, podcasts, campaigns, interviews, and graphics, as per the requirements outlined below.

Work Location Cairo

Expected duration 5 months

Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Associate Public Information Officer at UNIC Cairo. The Producer/Videographer is required to perform the following functions:

1. Shoot videos of conferences and events, edit footages, and prepare wrap-up videos, when required. 2. Develop visual workflows, storyboards, and concepts to create engaging content. 3. Conduct interviews or short video messages with senior UN officials or experts when required. 4. Produce motion graphics and animations to enhance video content. 5. Handle the post-production of full videos, including design and animation (motion graphics), and custom transitions. 6. Participate in the design and production of multimedia campaigns, including budgeting, scheduling, production coordination, background design, and progress tracking. 7. Produce multimedia content in line with the UN branding guidelines, ensuring consistent visual identity and messaging. 8. Take photos and provide edits, including color correction and other necessary enhancements, in digital files. 9. Perform other related duties as requested.

In addition to the above responsibilities, the Producer/Videographer will also have the following podcast-specific duties: 13. Plan and produce regular podcast episodes, adhering to the organization's guidelines and maintaining high quality. 14. Support in conducting research and developing episode concepts, scripts, and interview questions for podcast content. 15. Record interviews, voiceovers, and any other required video/audio elements for the podcast. 16. Edit and mix podcast episodes, ensuring proper pacing, clarity, and audio quality. 17. Create podcast cover art and metadata, following UN branding guidelines. 18. Coordinate with guests, hosts, and other relevant stakeholders for scheduling and content coordination. 19. Monitor and analyze podcast metrics and audience engagement to inform future content decisions.

Qualifications/special skills A minimum of three years of proven experience in photography, podcast production, and videography, with a particular emphasis on coverage of conferences and documentary content. Experience in an international setting is highly desirable. The candidate will be requested to provide evidence of their work experience, including a portfolio or samples of their previous projects.

Languages Fluency in Arabic and good command in English is required.

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 provide an example of a challenging video project you worked on? The interviewer wants to assess your problem-solving skills and creativity in a production setting. Discuss a project where you faced obstacles and how you overcame them.
Describe your experience with motion graphics and how you incorporate them into your videos. This question gauges your technical skills and understanding of visual storytelling. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that your multimedia content aligns with branding guidelines? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to prepare for a podcast episode? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you discuss your experience collaborating with stakeholders during content production? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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