Production of Video Documentary Full-Time

Introduction and Background

Young Africa Mozambique (YAM) intends to engage a highly skilled individual/firm to produce a documentary/advocacy film on the importance of resilient construction practices in mitigating the effects of natural disasters on life and infrastructure. Since November 2019, YAM has been working as implementing partner of a project funded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which focuses on promoting resilient habitations through its outreach technical vocational education training programmes in the affected communities in Sofala Province. As part of this project YAM will also construct 40 houses for the most vulnerable cases.

Objective of Assignment

To produce an audiovisual documentary with subtitles showcasing how the project has impacted the affected communities, including stories of change. Areas to be covered are Chibabava District – Muconja, Chicuacha, Macarate and Jerome in Gonda.

Expected Deliverables

• The successful candidate shall commence the work as soon as possible, immediately upon signing contract;
• Working with YAM Project Coordinator and in consultation with UNDP, the individual/firm is expected to produce the documentary overall concept, story board and script;
• A detailed timeline (development, production, post-production and packaging of the video documentary) and draft outline should be submitted within 3 days after the inception meeting;
• Undertake a comprehensive review of relevant documents to guide the documentary;
• Undertake field visits and interview selected interviewees for the documentary who will include beneficiaries, local officials, YAM and UNDP experts and other partners;
• Full length documentary video accompanied with story of change in Portuguese with English language subtitles and sign language translation. All information gathered, photos taken, and video production shall remain the property of YAM and UNDP.

Packaging of the Video Documentary

• The video documentary should be packaged in the following format: High resolution format on DVD; High resolution electronic storage format; Web size format for uploading to online media; Mobile web-size format for viewing on mobile devices. Deliverables: 10 minutes video clip; 2 x 3 minutes short clips for sharing on social media; Clear voice overs, narratives and subtitles.

Terms of Payment

Payments by the organization are delivery-based. Any deliverable not meeting the required specifications will have to be reworked and resubmitted at no additional cost to the organization. Based on satisfactory performance, payments will be approved by the Director.

Payment Distribution

Payments of total budget will be processed upon delivery of the following product along with invoice: Detailed timeline, work plan and draft outline (10%); Detailed budget and shooting schedule (20%); First cut of documentary (30%); Project files, B-rolls and all raw material (10%); Delivery of the approved documentary (30%).

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have:

• A qualification in Journalism, Radio, TV and Cinema, Film Directing or from related fields;
• Minimum of three (3) years’ documented work experience in the area of film/reportage/documentary writing, producing, directing and editing;
• Access to highest quality filming, light, sound and editing equipment;
• Track record of a good understanding on resilience habitation capacity building in Mozambique;
• Experience in conducting documentation;
• Knowledge and experience on participatory research work and engagement at different levels;
• Excellent Skills in camera, drone technology, photography, editing, post production and visual design skills for the documentary film production;
• Demonstrable understanding of and commitment to promoting gender equity, diversity and the interests of the marginalized people.

To Apply

Interested applicants with the experience and expertise should send a cover letter responding to the Terms of Reference that includes a CV/s, a proposed work plan with timeline and a budget, evidence-based portfolio and at least three (3) contactable professional references to mozvacancies@youngafrica.org.