The Videographer will undertake the following tasks:
- Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to understand the project objectives, target audience, and key messages for the awareness-raising videos.
- Develop detailed shot lists, storyboards, and production schedules for each of the 5 awareness-raising videos.
- Conduct site visits to relevant locations if required and feasible, ensuring necessary permissions are obtained.
- Conduct all necessary filming, including interviews with female ex-prisoners and relevant b-roll footage, as per the approved scripts and storyboards.
- Ensure high-quality video and audio recording, utilizing professional-grade equipment.
- Employ a sensitive, respectful, and trauma-informed approach when interacting with and filming participants, particularly those who have experienced GBV or incarceration.
- Adhere strictly to all ethical guidelines, including ensuring that informed consent is obtained from all individuals featured in the videos, and respecting their right to anonymity or pseudonymity as agreed.
- Capture diverse and compelling footage that effectively supports the narrative and messaging.
- Edit all raw footage into 5 distinct short awareness-raising videos (each approximately [Specify Duration, e.g., 2-4 minutes]) in line with the approved scripts and project objectives.
- Incorporate appropriate background music (royalty-free), graphics, text overlays, and voiceovers (if applicable).
- Ensure professional audio mixing, color correction, and overall visual consistency.
- Submit draft versions of each video for review and feedback from the Project Manager.
- Incorporate feedback promptly and efficiently to produce final versions.
- Ensure all videos adhere to the organization's branding guidelines and quality standards.
- Provide all raw footage and final edited videos in organized, accessible digital formats.
Intervention Sectors
Human Rights & Protection
Location
- Lebanon
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
> 3000 (USD)
Contract Type
Consultancy
Application Submission Guidelines
- Detailed Production Plan: Including shot lists, storyboards, and filming schedule for 5 videos.
- Raw Footage: All high-quality raw video and audio files from filming sessions.
- First Drafts of 5 Awareness-Raising Videos: For review and feedback (rolling submission as per agreed schedule).
- Final 5 Awareness-Raising Videos: Professionally edited, subtitled, and in multiple requested formats (as per agreed schedule).
- Final Report: Summarizing work, challenges, and recommendations.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Experience Requirements
2 to 3 years
Education Degree
Technical Degree
Education Degree Details
4. Required Qualifications and Experience:
• Proven professional experience in videography, video editing, and documentary filmmaking, preferably in a development, humanitarian, or social justice context.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software.
• Ownership of or access to professional-grade video cameras, audio recording equipment, lighting, and other necessary production tools.
• Experience in conducting sensitive interviews and working with vulnerable populations, with a strong understanding of ethical filming practices and safeguarding.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of gender-based violence issues is a significant asset.
5. Ethical Considerations:
The Videographer must adhere to the highest ethical standards, including:
• Do No Harm: Prioritizing the safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals being filmed.
• Informed Consent: Ensuring participants fully understand how their images and voices will be used and can withdraw consent at any time, especially considering the sensitive nature of their experiences.
• Confidentiality and Anonymity: Implementing measures to protect identities as agreed upon with participants (e.g., blurring faces, using silhouettes, altering voices if requested).
• Non-Sensationalism: Avoiding exploitative, sensationalized, or re-traumatizing portrayals of violence or suffering.
• Trauma-Informed Approach: Exhibiting sensitivity and empathy when interacting with individuals who have experienced trauma.
• Child Protection: Strict adherence to child protection policies if any minors are encountered or involved.
• Proven professional experience in videography, video editing, and documentary filmmaking, preferably in a development, humanitarian, or social justice context.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software.
• Ownership of or access to professional-grade video cameras, audio recording equipment, lighting, and other necessary production tools.
• Experience in conducting sensitive interviews and working with vulnerable populations, with a strong understanding of ethical filming practices and safeguarding.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of gender-based violence issues is a significant asset.
5. Ethical Considerations:
The Videographer must adhere to the highest ethical standards, including:
• Do No Harm: Prioritizing the safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals being filmed.
• Informed Consent: Ensuring participants fully understand how their images and voices will be used and can withdraw consent at any time, especially considering the sensitive nature of their experiences.
• Confidentiality and Anonymity: Implementing measures to protect identities as agreed upon with participants (e.g., blurring faces, using silhouettes, altering voices if requested).
• Non-Sensationalism: Avoiding exploitative, sensationalized, or re-traumatizing portrayals of violence or suffering.
• Trauma-Informed Approach: Exhibiting sensitivity and empathy when interacting with individuals who have experienced trauma.
• Child Protection: Strict adherence to child protection policies if any minors are encountered or involved.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Excellent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No