Videographer
Organizational Context
The International Trade Centre (ITC) supports SMEs in developing countries to enhance competitiveness and promote digital trade. This role is part of the "Empowering youth through digital technologies" project in Sierra Leone, aiming to boost youth employment and entrepreneurship. The Videographer Consultant will provide branding and communication support to selected MSMEs.
Job Purpose
The Videographer Consultant will develop high-quality promotional videos for 10 selected Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Sierra Leone as part of the "Empowering youth through digital technologies" project. The purpose is to enhance MSMEs' market positioning, product/service presentation, and overall visibility across digital and offline channels. This involves planning, filming, editing, and delivering professional promotional videos that effectively capture each MSME's brand identity, business activities, and value propositions, contributing to their growth and the project's objectives of boosting youth employment and entrepreneurship.
Responsibilities
The Videographer Consultant will be responsible for the end-to-end production of promotional videos for 10 MSMEs. This includes participating in briefing meetings, reviewing MSME objectives, developing filming plans and schedules, and coordinating logistics. The consultant will conduct filming sessions to capture professional-quality footage highlighting products, services, premises, and business activities. Post-production involves editing, adding transitions, titles, and subtitles, ensuring consistent quality, and incorporating feedback through revision rounds. Final deliverables include horizontal and vertical video versions suitable for various platforms, with integrated subtitles where required, and a final summary report, all adhering to ITC's communication and visibility guidelines.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial videography and video production is required. Experience producing promotional and brand storytelling videos is essential. Experience working with SMEs and entrepreneurs is required. Experience in entrepreneurship or development programmes is desirable. A professional client portfolio must be submitted.
Skills
Videography, video production, video editing, storytelling, visual communication, branding, planning, project management, attention to detail, managing multiple assignments, communication skills.