Cinematographer/Video Editor
Overview
Whether it is redesigning governance to eradicate hunger or ending poverty through innovative digital solutions, we are excited to engage a passionate & young cinematographer with an intensive & solid 4 years of experience for a variety of films who wants to contribute to our vision of delivering better policies and innovative solutions for social impact.
We value the opportunity to work with future leaders who want to grow personally and professionally and create impact in the social impact sector. During this 6 months program, you will be able to see the direct outputs of your work while navigating through your journey of changing the world.
Your Role
Do you have an experience that makes our mission meaningful to you personally? As a Management Associate (master's degree holder) or a Management Executive (bachelor's degree holder) at the Policy Innovation Centre (PIC), you will have the chance to contribute to our initiatives through engaging, meaningful work assignments. You'll work across different thematic areas in the organisation including Global Health, Education, Innovative Digital Solutions, Agriculture, Climate and Food Security, Poverty, Livelihoods, and Jobs, Governance, and Gender Inclusion. We operate with a deep commitment to innovation, accountability, and inclusion and value the diverse perspectives and experiences of our team members.
Role: Cinematographer/Video Editor (Communications and Advocacy for Social Impact)
Locations: Abuja
Employment Type: Fixed Term
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Responsibilities
Produce a variety of films and media content, including short films, feature films, TV commercials, TV shows, and documentaries.
Oversee directing, cinematography, and editing processes.
Conduct research on industry-related topics to ensure accurate and relevant content.
Collaborate with the technical team to develop content strategies and campaigns that align with the brand and target audience.
Create engaging video scripts and work closely with the video editing team.
Collaborate with the team to tell visually compelling stories.
Set up and operate video cameras, audio recording devices, and lighting equipment.
Capture high-quality video footage and take professional-grade photographs.
Use audio-visual tools to tell emotive stories.
Create impactful images and videos for email marketing campaigns.
Support branding processes, website redesign, social media, and multimedia communications.
Assist with internal communications.
Monitor and analyze website traffic, engagement metrics, and user behavior to improve content performance.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in content creation.
Requirements:
Proven track record of creating commercials, documentaries, short films, or feature films.
Proficient in using professional camera equipment, lighting, and audio recording devices.
Expertise in post-production software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe Photoshop.
Familiarity with color grading, sound design, and visual effects.
Strong storytelling abilities with a keen eye for detail and composition.
Ability to conceptualize and execute visually compelling narratives.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working with directors, producers, and other team members.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to adapt to new technologies and industry trends.
Enthusiastic and passionate about film and media production for social impact
Flexibility to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends, as required by production schedules.
Ability to advance organizational mission by creating compelling visual strategies to increase reach and impact.
Skills
Expert in camera equipment, lighting, and audio recording.
Skilled in post-production software
Strong visual composition and storytelling skills.
Innovative with cinematographic techniques.
Effective communication and collaboration.
Leadership and team management.
Project management
Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
Problem-solving abilities.
High-quality output review and adjustment.
Attributes
You are excited about working in a multicultural team environment
You are self-aware
You have an excellent command of the English language
You enjoy problem-solving
You are persistent
You can think critically
You have great attention to detail
You are persistent and bold.
You are a self-starter and ambitious
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation based on experience
The program provides candidates with broad experience in communication and advocacy
Opportunity to work with local and international impact organisations
You may have the chance at the end of the internship to
-
Join PIC as a full-time employee
-
Explore new opportunities outside of PIC with our full support
Are you interested?
Deadline: 19 July, 2024
NB: Only qualified candidates will be contacted
