Media Content Contractor

Result of ServiceDuration of contract: 13 May - 30 July 2025 Outputs to be delivered in digital copy. The performance will be evaluated based on • Timely Delivery: All deliverables are submitted within the agreed timeline. • Quality: Visually compelling, clear, and professionally produced video content, in full adherence to donor branding requirements and ESCAP communication guidelines. Work LocationBangkok Expected duration2.5 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesInvestment promotion agencies (IPAs) are adapting to global changes by focusing on sustainable development opportunities. UN ESCAP has been providing technical assistance and capacity-building support to its member state Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs) to support their national and regional investment attraction and promotion work in sustainable development sectors. The contractor will support the Trade, Investment and Innovation Division through the production of strategic communications materials, including VoxPop-style interviews and event highlight videos, to showcase developments, perspectives, and lessons learned from key project activities. The exact scope and timing of these activities will be defined based on the event schedule. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Economic Affairs Officer, Innovation, Enterprise and Investment Section of the Trade, Investment and Innovation Division, the responsibilities are: Video Content Development, Planning, Production and Delivery - Work with ESCAP to define the goals, style, and timing for VoxPop and event highlight videos. - Coordinate with ESCAP team and communication focal point to create a script, structure and/or guiding questions for each video. - Coordinate with event organizers and communications staff to identify interview opportunities during events. - Film, edit, and produce VoxPop and highlight videos. - Follow United Nations ESCAP and donor branding and messaging guidelines. - Format all videos with both horizontal and vertical aspect ratio for different platforms, including YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram, ensuring versions are optimized. - Revise submitted videos upon suggestions of the ESCAP team. Qualifications/special skills- Bachelor's degree in media production, communications, journalism, or a related field. - Minimum 5 years of experience in video production and communications in development contexts. - Financial proposal per deliverable (A. – C.) must be mentioned in application. - Experience producing short-form video content for international organizations. Experience working with the United Nations is beneficial. - Strong storytelling and editing skills. LanguagesGood spoken communication skills in English are required. Additional InformationHow to Apply: Applicants are required to complete the screening questions. In addition applicants must include a motivational letter as part of their application. There is a specific section in INSPIRA which allows for this. The letter should detail a technical proposal outlining your approach to achieving the deliverables specified in the job description, with examples of relevant methodologies, tools, or strategies you have successfully employed in similar projects. Additionally, please provide a financial proposal with a proposed consultancy fee per deliverable. Your letter should also highlight at least two relevant projects from your experience, showcasing your qualifications and alignment with the consultancy's objectives. Applications that do not include these elements will not be considered. No FeeTHE 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.