Videographer for the development of a series of videos for the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventionsโ€™ Public Outreach and Awareness programme

Tags: English language Environment
  • Added Date: Wednesday, 09 July 2025
  • Deadline Date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
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Result of ServiceA. Based on the texts of the success stories provided by the BRS Secretariat, the consultant will: a. Conduct desk research to develop shooting plan for the creation of 6 videos (two per convention), and 6 social media-cut downs (two per convention) based on the on the texts of the success stories provided by the BRS Secretariat. b. Develop a timeline of video and soundbites for the final edit B. Video and shooting of B-roll as agreed with the BRS Secretariat C. Produce six 3 to 5-minute videos, and six social media cut-downs (45-60 seconds) Ways of working: โ€ข The videos will be produced with two rounds of comments made from the BRS Secretariat, after which the feedback should be incorporated into the subsequent cuts. โ€ข Copyright of all footage and music in the video should be transferred to the BRS Secretariat. โ€ข Submit the final versions of the video via file transfer in high-resolution as well as different formats for use on web and social media, including LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky and Facebook. Specific requirements: โ€ข The videos should be SPLIT TRACK AUDIO (natural sound on one track, voice, and music, of any, on the other track) should be submitted. โ€ข Compression H.264/MPEG4 or better video at 12000 kbps (minimum) or high-definition broadcast quality. โ€ข AAC Audio at 256 kpb Work LocationHome-based Expected duration40 days Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the guidance of the Public Outreach and Awareness team within the BRS Secretariat, the consultant is expected to: 1) Develop a series of 6 success story videos: two stories for each of the following conventions: Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm o The final output will be six videos of 3-5 minutes and six social media cut-downs 2) Using the pre-developed script, the consultant will develop a timeline and shooting plan for the videos, in close consultation with the BRS Secretariat. The initial concept and plan will be discussed and agreed upon in advance. Interviews and locations for shooting will be arranged with the support from the Public Awareness and Outreach (PAO) team that sits within the BRS Secretariat. 3) Video and shooting of B-roll as agreed with the BRS Secretariat. 4) The consultant should provide all B-roll and unedited footage of interviews to the BRS Secretariat. 5) The consultant shall edit the B-roll into six 3โ€“5 minute video reports, and six social media cut downs (45- 60 seconds) so that there are two success stories and two social media cut-downs for each of the three conventions. The BRS Secretariat will provide the consultant with: โ€ข Briefing and detailed explanation of the kind of footage and videos needed and help in defining the best contents of the shots; โ€ข Programme information and editorial guidance to the Consultant to enable him/her to understand the deliverables required, including the necessary subtitles/content in videos; โ€ข Links to the relevant BRS webpages and other relevant documents on the work of the BRS Secretariat The Consultant will: โ€ข Supply all videographic equipment necessary for the assigned coverage, as determined in consultation with the Supervisor (e.g. professional digital video camera), lenses and accessories. โ€ข Pass the exclusive ownership of all material to the BRS Secretariat, including all use and distribution rights connected to them. โ€ข BRS Secretariat reserves all rights to the unedited photos and videos. The consultant must deliver all unedited photographs and videos on a hard drive at the end of the assignment period. โ€ข The consultant will fully apply the BRS Secretariatโ€™s branding. S/he will ensure that the final output is web-friendly for use on interactive BRS/UN websites and social media channels. Qualifications/special skillsMasterโ€™s degree in arts, photography, videography, film production, or a related field is required. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. โ€ข At least 5 yearsโ€™ proven working experience in photography and videography in the field of environmental affairs, with a demonstrated record of providing high-quality, creative work for clients is required; โ€ข Demonstratable portfolio of videos edited from B-roll footage is required; โ€ข Experience capturing images and developing videos for development organizations e.g. NGO, UN Agencies, etc., is desirable; โ€ข Experience capturing developing celebratory success story videos for development organizations is desirable; โ€ข Experience with UN organizations documenting global negotiations on the environment is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required, including strong drafting, and writing skills. Fluency in another UN language is desirable. Additional InformationNot available. 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 APPLICANTSโ€™ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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