Multimedia Assistant

Vacancy Number: VA807/2014
Position: Multimedia Assistant
Reports to: Director, Department of Information

Brief Job Description:

The job involves the production of photographic material, audio video and/or other multimedia-related products to document important OFID activities and events. The incumbent reports directly to the Director, Department of Information.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director, specific tasks will include:

• Shooting, producing, editing and printing of high quality (newsworthy) photographs of official OFID events;
• Production and adaptation of films and movies about/for OFID events (including concept development, script writing, video, audio, editing and special effects);
• Managing and update of a professional online digital photo library (Cumulus) containing photos of OFID projects, missions and events;
• Creating and update of multimedia pieces including video, audio and graphic editing projects;
• Preparation or overseeing the preparation of photographic material to be used in OFID’s exhibits, publications and slide presentations, amongst others;
• Proficient operation of all of the equipment and coordination of routine maintenance and repair of the equipment as falls necessary;

• Keeping abreast of new processes and techniques; recommending changes in practices and procedures or equipment, to achieve the best professional results and cost-effective savings for the organization; and
• Other tasks/duties as assigned by the Director as these relate to the job functions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Secondary School Certificate (University Degree preferred) with special courses in the areas of photography, video and multimedia and a minimum of eight years of professional experience in this area.
• Very good verbal and written communication skills in English and German. Good working knowledge of Arabic, French or Spanish will be an added advantage.

Technical Skills and Requirements

• Knowledge of effective photographic methods and techniques;
• Photo editing and designing;
• Able to work with different codecs (RAWS, TIFF, Jpeg, PNG, EPS, Targa, etc.);
• Professional knowledge of retouching (with Photoshop CS5); professional lighting knowledge (working with professional studio flashes such as Pro Photo Powerpack);
• Good knowledge of film production; filming with professional HD cameras, editing with Final cut pro (image corrections such as color corrections etc.);
• Professional knowledge of sound for film (working with mixers, wireless audio devices, voice-over equipment and microphones);
• Ability to work with people of different nationality and cultural background;
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.

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