Assistant Videographer

INTERNSHIP/2012/SPM-27

Date of Issue: Internships Applications from women are encouraged Functions: Assistant Videographer Deadline for Applications (23.59 Geneva CH) : 31 August 2012 (11 day(s) until closing deadline) Duration of Contract: 3 - 6 months Type of Appointment: Internship Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Organ: The General Secretariat directs all the administrative and financial aspects of the Union's activities, including the implementation of the provisions of the administrative regulations on operational questions, the dissemination of information on telecommunication matters for operational and other purposes, the provision of legal advice to the Bureaux of the Union and the departments of the General Secretariat, logistic support to the Union's activities including conferences, the coordination of the work of the Union with other international organizations, the dissemination of information to the Member States and Sector Members, press, corporate and individual users of telecommunications and the general public. The General Secretariat is also responsible for the organization of world telecommunication exhibitions and forums.

Organization Unit: Within the General Secretariat, the Strategic Planning and Membership Department (SPM) advises the Secretary-General on strategic challenges and their implications for the Union in the fast evolving telecommunications/ICT environment; develops forward-looking strategic proposals to the ITU management team with a view to ensuring that the organization meets the objectives assigned by the membership; plans and coordinates the corporative and strategic activities with a view to ensuring their accordance with membership objectives; organizes and provides secretariat services to the Plenipotentiary Conference, Council, and other meetings in the general secretariat in order to achieve a high level of involvement from Member States and Sector Members, develops and maintains sound relations with Member States, Sector Members and other entities, the UN and other international organizations. The Department is also responsible for providing expert advice on communication and promotion strategies and for developing and implementing the Union's corporate communication plan in cooperation with the three Sectors with a view to promoting ITU leadership in the field of telecommunications and ICT.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities of the Internship

Working within the Communication & Partnership Promotion division, under the supervision of the videographer, the incumbent will support: Assist with indexing and archiving video files. Assist in converting video material from difference electronic supports and formats into appropriate video files (format and size) for videos to be uploaded to the ITU YouTube channel and other channels. Assist in editing of video files, such as extracting specific parts of videos or adding graphic, music, titles and subtitles. Assist with studio and location recordings both sound and vision. Assist with research and writing for videos, radio and multimedia productions. other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications required

Education: ITU Internships are preferably open to undergraduate and/or graduate university students or junior professionals.

Experience: No work experience required.

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English. Knowledge of a second ITU official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) would be an advantage.

Competencies: Essential Attributes Experience in the use of Final Cut Pro for editing video. Experience in the use of DV and HDV Cameras Experience in filming on location The ability to create storyboards, treatments and undertake research for video projects Must have a professional attitude Must be able to work fast and efficiently to tight deadlines. Desirable Attributes Knowledge motion graphics and software such as Motion or After Effects would be an advantage Knowledge of video compression Experience of working in a Video Studio Experience in the use of a Multi-format Switcher Knowledge and understanding of chromakey for green screen Experience in the use of Autocue Software Knowledge and experience in Journalism practices

Additional Information: Please note that a non-remunerated internship position at ITU does not carry the same "conditions of employment" as a Short Term or Fixed Term position. Mandatory medical insurance as well as accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or sponsoring institutions, including travel expenses if any.

Remuneration

Annual Salary: (Net of Tax) Internships are non-remunerated without dependants Internships are non-remunerated with dependants

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for written test. Interviews may be used as a form of screening.

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Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration

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