FilmAid International VIDEO PRODUCER

About FilmAid: Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information 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 Key responsibilities: 1. Planning and directing assigned studio productions in collaboration with other production staff to produce a variety of video products for dissemination. 2. In cooperation with other staff, coordinate pre-production and production planning activities. 3. Work with other technical and non-technical staff to organize and implement videotaping of instructional or other educational related projects. 4. Conduct field-based video production, which involves interacting with the community and operating all portable video and audio equipment. 5. Plan and perform video post-production tasks which include reviewing footage, making editorial decisions, tape logging, rough cuts, audio adjustment, color correction, and final editing using Final Cut Pro software. 6. Submit periodic production reports.

Requirements: 1. Must be of Kenyan nationality OR Must be eligible to work in Kenya. 2. Experience in /Understanding of community media messaging principles and practices. 3. Media Training (Film & Print) skills 4. Knowledge of video editing software, including Final Cut Studio and Adobe Creative Suite video editing software and knowledge of the film production process. 5. Knowledge of how to Operate and maintain a variety of analog and digital video cameras and video editing equipment. 6. Ability to creatively plan and translate abstract concepts into effective visual form. 7. Knowledge of how to set up and efficiently run a digital video workstation. 8. Additional skills in Directing and scripting is an added advantage 9. Meticulous attention to detail as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines. 10. Strong oral and written communications skills. 11. Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 12. Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area. 13. Team player, excellent interpersonal, organizational and multitasking skills. 14. Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

How to apply:

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 26th March 2013 to:jobskenya@filmaid.org and address your cover letter to the HR Officer.

Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.