TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR AUDIO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
FILMAID/UNHCR- DADAAB
Background:
Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with criticalinformation in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.
Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging. Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities. FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals.
FilmAid is looking to recruit the Audio Production Assistant with the general objective of working closelywith the Dadaab Production team to fulfill production editing needs. The Audio Production Assistant reports to the Production Officer and will fulfill the following functions:
Key responsibilities
- Editing raw recorded audio on a variety of programming types, from educational tutorials to fiction titles, interstitials, title/credit sequences and special projects.
- Assisting the Production Officer in maintaining efficient process flow of all edited material.
- Assisting in the pre-production, production and post-production processes.
- Assisting in the studio recording process.
- Processing audio (EQ, noise reduction)Maintenance of production spreadsheets.
- Encoding audio file.
- Maintaining the studio including cleanliness of studio and equipment, controlling access etc
- Assorted clerical/filing duties.
Educational Requirements:
- Must be a Kenyan national
- Any post secondary qualification in an audio related discipline.
Skills Requirements:
- Experience of working in a studio environment/audio programming.
- Knowledge of audio editing software, including ProTools & SoundForge and knowledge of the audio recording process.
- Knowledge of how to set up and efficiently run a digital audio workstation.
- Knowledge of handling a mixing board/audio mixer to ensure highest sound quality as can be achieved.
Other Qualifications:
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fluctuating environment and approach projects with a flexible and adaptable mindset.
- Meticulous attention to detail as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Strong oral and written communications skills.
- Ability to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office applications.
- Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area.
- Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
Job Location:
Dadaab, Kenya
Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references to:jobskenya@filmaid.org
Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from thoserequested will be automatically disqualified.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified
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