Video Producer

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 22 years old. Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision of the RBM and Communication Analyst, the National UN Volunteer Video Producer will:

• Video and infographic video production, video editing and infographic scriptwriting
• Conceptualize and produce videos or animated videos including short news features, documentary films, public service announcements, video messages and internal UNDP films, in line with UNDP editorial and visual guidelines;
• Filming (shooting and interviews) and editing (including adding narration and music and titles – texts and graphics on screen) with professional video equipment (with consideration for professional sound and lighting);
• Assist in storytelling, drafting and editing the scripts of the videos:
• Synthesize complex and technical information from various sources into jargon-free content for different audiences;
• Produce clear, concise and engaging materials that convey key UNDP messages to target audiences;
• Support the maintenance and constant update of the UNDP’s website and social media channels with video materials;
• Adapt the design and layout of visual materials to UNDP’s editorial and visual guidelines;
• Support the preparation of UNDP public events, such as UN/UNDP Observance Days, SDG and Climate Change events, missions, launching ceremonies, field visits, workshops, and global UNDP initiatives;
• Filming and support the streaming and live streaming of UNDP’s activities in the internet;
• Undertakes any other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level:

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Education - Additional Comments:

University degree in Audiovisual and Multimedia, Marketing and Publicity, Video Production, Digital Media, or related areas.

Required experience:

12 Months

Experience remark:

• Demonstrated working experience in video production and editing (minimum 1 year);
• Interest and/or experience in photography, photojournalism, reporting, storytelling (minimum 1 year);

Language skills:

• Portuguese(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• English(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise:

Arts, music, photography and film, Other communications related experience

Area of expertise details:

• Knowledge of working on Adobe Creative, including videos editor software;
• Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others;
• Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills;
• Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team;
• Flexible and open to learning and new experiences;
• Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions;
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Driving license:

No

Competencies values:

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Application procedure:

* Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool?

Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections

of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink.

Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply.

* Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool?

Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at

https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to

apply.

Application deadline: 30 May 2021