DCS Corporation - New York, NY

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
New York, NY
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Photo-Video Editor position at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a vital role within the Bureau of External Relations and Advocacy (BERA), specifically situated in the Digital Communications Studio (DCS). This role is designed to enhance UNDP's capacity for visual communications through the professional and creative use of photography and videography. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Digital Production Lead and will be responsible for producing high-quality visual content that supports UNDP's communications, marketing, and advocacy campaigns. This includes creating compelling multimedia stories that align with UNDP's mission and objectives, particularly in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Photo-Video Editor will collaborate closely with digital editors and producers to develop engaging visual narratives that effectively communicate UNDP's programmatic work. This role also involves producing content for corporate partnerships, such as the collaboration with Samsung, which includes creating multimedia visual stories for social media and the Samsung Global Goals app. The incumbent will provide advisory support to various UNDP offices on best practices in photography and video production, ensuring that all content meets professional standards. Additionally, the role requires the identification of professional photographers and videographers for assignments, as well as the management of a digital asset management system to maintain quality control of visual assets. The position is integral to UNDP's efforts to build strong political and financial backing through effective visual communication strategies. The Photo-Video Editor will also be involved in taking photographs and recording video content at high-level events, contributing to the overall visibility and impact of UNDP's initiatives on a global scale.

Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality videos and photos for UNDP's communications, marketing, and advocacy campaigns.
  • Collaborate with digital editors and producers to create compelling visual and mixed-format multimedia stories and products.
  • Produce high-quality visual content (videos, photos, infographics) to showcase UNDP's programmatic work and flagship campaigns.
  • Produce content for UNDP's corporate partnership with Samsung, including photos, videos, and multimedia visual stories.
  • Provide advisory support and guidance to Country Offices and other UNDP offices on photography and video production standards and storytelling.
  • Collaborate with outsourced production houses and agencies to create top-quality digital media assets.
  • Build UNDP's capacity for visual communications by ensuring quality control of photo assets in the digital asset management system.
  • Identify professional photographers and videographers for assignments in various regions.
  • Research and edit photos and videos for use on websites, social media, and publications.
  • Take photographs and record video content at high-level events and for marketing purposes.

Requirements

  • Advanced university degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) in photography, film, video production, broadcast journalism, or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree with two additional years of experience.
  • A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in video/photo production, or seven years with a Bachelor's degree.
  • Proven ability to conceptualize and create photography and video products that follow editorial direction.
  • Ability to produce, optimize, and edit photographs and videos at a professional level.
  • High proficiency with Adobe Premiere and/or Final Cut Pro, and working knowledge of After Effects and/or Motion.
  • High proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, with a focus on photojournalism.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience using platforms to produce digital stories, such as Exposure or Drupal.
  • Experience recording video messages and operating a teleprompter.
  • A professional certification in training, learning management, or facilitation.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Diversity and inclusion programs
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