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Assistant Video Producer

6:02:00 PM

2011•12•06 - Tokyo

  • Position: Full- or part-time consultant contract
  • INSTITUTE: UNU-Centre
  • CLOSING DATE: open until the position is filled

Reference number: 2011/UNU/HQ/MEDIA/CTC/6

Organizational unit: United Nations University Media Centre, Tokyo

UNU Mission

The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate training and dissemination of knowledge in furtherance of the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations.

UNU Media Centre

The UNU Media Centre supports the development of print and web-based communications materials for the United Nations University and maintains institutional relationships and alliances with key media partners. In addition, the UNU Media Centre develops a range of e-learning programmes; undertakes research and develops high-quality open educational resources, interactive media and video documentaries; and assists in public and media relations. A team of communication specialists, print and web designers, educationalists, video producers and research writers are currently involved with the development of communications and educational materials at the UNU Media Centre.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the video producers of the UNU Media Centre, the successful candidate shall:

  • assist in editing video documentaries for the UNU’s Our World 2.0 web magazine and interview videos for the UNU main website and other institutions;
  • assist with video shoots for documentaries and interviews;
  • perform other tasks as assigned by the team members, including organizing video data, creating DVDs and writing synopsis of the videos for the UNU YouTube channel and other purposes.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate for this position will:

  • have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in the area of film production or media production;
  • have hands-on, relevant working experience in editing in Final Cut Pro and in video production;
  • be creative, organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated and capable of producing high-quality work on a short deadline;
  • be a good team player with strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
  • have strong communication and writing skills in English. Knowledge in other official UN languages and/or Japanese is an asset.

Other Information

The successful candidate will be employed under a local “consultant” contract on a part-time basis. Please note that this is a locally recruited post; you will work at UNU Headquarters in Tokyo (Shibuya-ku). If you are not a Japanese national, you must possess a working visa valid for the duration of the contract.

Application Procedure

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit your application by e-mail to media@unu.edu. Include the reference number of the vacancy announcement (2011/UNU/HQ/MEDIA/CTC/6) in the subject line of you e-mail application.

Your application package should include:

  • a cover letter describing how your qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position, and what specific contribution you can make to the organization;
  • a curriculum vitae (resume) as well as a completed and signed UNU Personal History form (P.11). Please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organizations;
  • full contact information of three references (these references will be contacted directly by UNU in the event that you are short-listed);
  • any other materials (e.g., writing samples) that you wish the selection committee to consider.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted; unsuccessful applications can neither be acknowledged nor returned.

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