Film Producer / Videographer

WORLD COUNCIL OF CHURCHES (WCC)
Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel
Call for Film Producer / Videographer

    
Contract: Service Provider
Duty Station: West Bank, Palestine
Duration: 5-months without possibility for extension
Start Date: 1 August 2014
End Date: 31 December 2014
Payment: $1,200.00 USD per video, including transportation costs

The Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI) brings internationals to the West Bank to experience life under occupation. Ecumenical Accompaniers (EAs) provide a protective presence to vulnerable communities, monitor and report human rights abuses and support Palestinians and Israelis working together for peace. When they return home, EAs campaign for a just and peaceful resolution to the Israeli/Palestinian conflict through an end to the occupation, respect for international law and implementation of UN resolutions.

As part of a UNICEF-funded project, EAPPI is developing an online portal for advocacy resources focusing on Palestinian schoolchildren’s access to education. The portal would include: case studies, photographs, quotes, info-graphs, reports, factsheets and videos.

In view of this, EAPPI is seeking a film producer / videographer to produce 8 short (5-minute) educational videos, highlighting the situation at different schools in the West Bank and the various types of restrictions on access to education (i.e. checkpoints, settler violence, Area C / demotions, etc.).

Responsibilities:
-Work with EAPPI staff to develop video outlines / concepts.
-Travel to various schools throughout the West Bank to compile content and conduct interviews with headmasters, teachers, students, parents, Ecumenical Accompaniers, and various officials.
-Edit video content in accordance with EAPPI Communications guidelines and guidance of EAPPI’s Communications Officer

Criteria & Qualifications:
-Knowledge of and affinity with vision and mandate of EAPPI
-Access to and proficiency in using: high definition video cameras, wireless microphones, and video editing software.
-Fluency (both written and oral) in English and Arabic is mandatory. Knowledge of Hebrew is an Advantage.
-Knowledge of international law and humanitarian principles as they apply to Palestine and Israel.
-Ability to travel extensively throughout the West Bank.
-Good communications and interpersonal skills.
-Self-motivated, proactive and organized.
-Ability to strictly observe given deadlines.
-Sensitive to local culture and traditions.

How to Apply:
Applicants are requested to email the following documents to EAPPI at the following e-mail address: [email protected]
-Cover letter, in English (max 300 words) explaining why you think you are qualified for this assignment.
- Your CV / resume
-Two references with contact details
-URLs to sample videos

Title your email: “APPLICATION: A2E Film Producer / Videographer”
Only qualified candidates should apply.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 1 July 2014
Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Women are encouraged to apply!

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