Multimedia Consultant

Job description

CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

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Overview of position

• In response to the ongoing crisis in Yemen, our client provides project management & human resource services as well as implementation support for a wide range of projects on behalf of it partners.

Role objectives

Under the overall guidance of the communication team in Yemen, the consultant will work closely with the communications & program team to produce multimedia products including graphic designs & video / photo editing of the communication material requested. In particular, the consultant will:

• Transform text based communications materials into visual graphic design materials such as infographic, brochures, booklets, GIFs, postcards etc.

• Video / audio editing, music mixing & mastering for visual stories such as video / photo essay, testimonial videos, HIVS, documentaries, promote videos, etc.

• Develop designs for communication materials based on assignment briefs.

• Provide recommendations on the best & most relevant visual design style & materials suitable for the project’s target audience.

• Liaise with & report to the communications & program team regarding any visual design work.

• Any other multimedia tasks.

Examples of deliverables are:

• Project brochures.

• Project infographics.

• Project factsheets.

• Project leaflets.

• Project posters.

• Visuals for social media campaigns.

• Layout design for project reports.

• Design for project communications collaterals such as notepad, dug bag, backdrop, banners, t shirts / hats, cards, calendars, etc.

• Design for project’s presentations.

• Custom photo editing (restoration, noise reduction & tonal adjustment).

Deliverables will be required to be produced in a variety of formats including for digital, print distribution & materials installations depending on the needs of the project. If & when any of the above services will be required, our client & the consultant will agree on work input, number of working days necessary & deadline prior to commencement of work. Detailed specifications for each individual assignment will be given to the selected Designer as & when the Designer’s services are requested. For each agreed communication products assigned the contractor will:

• Design & layout the assigned communication product.

• Submit the preliminary layouts for discussion with our client.

• Revise the selected layout as discussed with our client.

• Submit a draft to our client for proof reading (up to 4 rounds of corrections to be covered under the agreement).

• Ensure all corrections have been inserted.

• Obtain a final sign off from our client before submitting electronic files to the printer.

• Prepare the electronic files for the printer.

• Send electronic files to printer & liaise with printer during printing process, receive & mark up final blueprint with final corrections from our client.

• Make final corrections to the electronic file.

• Create PDF from final electronic file for our clients web posting.

• If the project is to be done in multiple languages, the same proof reading procedure described above applies.

Project reporting

• This role reports to the line manager.

Key competencies

• Bachelor degree (is required) or a masters degree (desired) with a minimum of 2 years of experience in multimedia, digital communication, animation, or related fields.

• Advanced knowledge & skills of Microsoft (MS) Office, including light room, Adobe Photoshop, premiere & other editing tools are required.

• Solid experience in processing & editing photos & videos is required.

• Experience in working with the G-Suite platform including Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs & Slides is desired.

• Photography & videography skills are desired.

• Treats all individuals with respect, responds sensitively to differences & encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational & ethical norms.

• Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity & inclusion.

• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates & supports the development of others. Acts as a positive leadership role model, motivates, directs & inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of one’s own role on all partners & always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds & maintains strong external relationships & is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

• Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self & / or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities & takes the initiative to act on them.

• Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our clients impact on their beneficiaries.

• Open to change & flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences & modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

• Evaluates data & courses of action to reach logical & pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation & creativity to problem solving.

• Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise & open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings & needs of others. Actively listens & proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion & finding common ground.

Team management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.

Disclaimer:

· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.

· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times.