UNDP Jobs - 83758- National Photographer/ Videographer to produce a v

National Photographer/ Videographer to produce a video reflecting rangelands-management activities in the districts of Zahle, Rachaya and West Bekaa.

Location :

Beirut, LEBANON

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

14-Mar-19 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

7 weeks.

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

7 weeks.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The UNDP Sustainable Land Management in the Qaraoun Catchment (SLMQ) Project aims at embedding sustainability considerations in land use planning and development activities in the Qaraoun Catchment. The project is funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and is implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Environment in Lebanon. The project is intended to reshape land and natural resource management to (i) alleviate land degradation, (ii) maintain existing ecosystem services and (iii) improve livelihoods in the Qaraoun Catchment.
The implementation of the proposed project will have an immediate environmental benefit, through the increased management efficiency of arable land and rangelands and the expansion of the area under forests through land use plans, buffer zones, and riparian strips. It will also contribute to the restoration
of natural productivity and conservation of the habitats of various plant and animal species and valuable ecosystems and will secure migratory bird pathways.
In order to better capture the on-the-ground impact of project activities and outputs and their impacts on the livelihoods of the local communities, the project is seeking the services of a photographer/videographer to produce a video reflecting rangelands-management activities in the districts of Zahle, Rachaya and West Bekaa.

Duties and Responsibilities

Within the scope of the Sustainable Land Management in the Qaraoun Catchment (SLMQ), the project will procure a photography/videography production consultant to deliver high-quality, lively, expressive photographs and a 2-3 minutes video along with a shorter version (not exceeding 59 seconds) in the districts of Zahle, Rachaya and West Bekaa.
For the video/photo, the consultant shall focus on rangelands rehabilitation activities including but not limited to the following:
• The design process of the land imprinter coupled with a seeder
• The machine moving on the streets to reach the land
• The imprinter working on land to rehabilitate it
• Zoom in on the land being marked and the seeder in motion
• Drone shot of the land before and after
• Cages established for rangelands ecological assessment
• Shot of the shepherd with the herd (sheep + goat)
• Greenhouse at LARI including rainwater harvesting system, shading system and movable benches
• Process of seeds propagation for rangeland species
• Interview with a UNDP officer, a local community member and the municipality
The consultant shall capture various visuals for the above-mentioned activities in the districts of Zahle, Rachaya and West Bekaa which would be used for online exposure as well as for a video production to be published by the SLMQ project.
Responsibilities:
• Create the concept and storyboard for the video, produce, and edit the video content for web and social channels.
• Capture professional pictures at the different sites and their surroundings, including drone shots
• Produce a 2-3 minutes video along with a shorter (59 seconds) version showcasing the design and implementation of the land imprinter, cages, seeds propagation and greenhouse structure and functionality in project target areas.
• Interview the owners and/or the involved persons at some of the sites for their testimonies and experiences and include some excerpts in the final video.
• Work alone with the support of the graphic designer & communication assistant, the SLMQ project and the Energy and Environment programme to shoot and edit the video for dissemination on web and social media channels.
• Ensure subtitle in English Language.
• Potential use of text on screen.
For additional information, please refer to ANNEX I – Terms of Reference

Competencies

Other Additional assets:

Proficiency in the use of computer and related software.
Good communication skills included proficiency in English Languages.
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
Strong organizational, coordination and creativity skills.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Knowledge of the UN preferable.

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Qualifications:

University degree in photography/videography or any other related field.

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience in photography and video editing and production.
Videography portfolio of at least 5 short videos.
Professional experience in high-level photography.
Proven technical capacities in developing dynamic and concise scripts and high-quality production.
Experience in development- and environment-related fields is a plus.
Experience with International Organizations/UN is a plus.

Language Requirements:

Proficiency in English and Arabic languages. French is an asset.