Organization: Advocacy for Resilience and Innovative Solutions for Youths, Women, and Children Empowerment (ARISE)
Job Title: Videographer/Photographer (Volunteer)
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Qualification: BA/B.Sc./HND
Engagement Type: Fixed Term
Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit
Background
ARISE is a women-led, humanitarian, and developmental non-profit dedicated to transforming the challenges of insurgency, natural disasters, and economic hardship into opportunities for recovery, empowerment, and sustainable growth. We partner with communities to address critical needs in education, food security, livelihood, protection, climate action, good governance, and health/nutrition, with a focus on empowering youth, women, and children.
Job Summary
ARISE seeks a talented, creative Videographer/Photographer to document events centered on youth and women empowerment, with a focus on gender-based advocacy. This short-term volunteer role suits professionals with visual storytelling skills and technical expertise, requiring 2 sessions per week (3–4 hours each) for content creation and event coverage.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct site visits or virtual assessments to evaluate lighting, angles, and layout.
- Set up and test audiovisual equipment (cameras, lighting, microphones, power backups, memory devices).
- Capture high-quality photos and videos of key moments (speeches, ceremonies, stakeholder interactions).
- Record short interviews with speakers, organizers, or attendees.
- Deliver a professionally edited 2–4-minute highlight video and polished photo set within 2 working days post-event.
- Ensure ethical representation, reflecting respect, dignity, and sensitivity, especially on gender-based violence.
- Complete additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Ownership of a professional-grade camera and equipment is mandatory.
- Minimum BA/B.Sc./HND in English, Linguistics, Mass Communication, Journalism, or a related Social Science field.
- Additional certifications in communication or multimedia production are a plus.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
Collaboration & Coordination
- Partner with communications and program teams to align videos with campaign themes.
- Contribute creative ideas during brainstorming sessions.
Experience & Skills Required
- Proven ability to shoot and edit high-quality photos and videos.
- Experience with live video/audio streaming on various platforms.
- Skill in transforming raw footage into engaging short stories for social media.
- Proficiency in video and image editing tools:
- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- CorelDraw, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of digital platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Mailchimp, Google Forms.
- Excellent written and spoken English, with skills in conducting interviews and writing captions.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and efficient delivery of high-quality work.
Application Requirements
- Applicants must be 18+ and residents of Borno State (evidence required).
- Follow ARISE’s media handles: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.
- Submit two samples or links of previous video/photo work.
- Provide at least two professional references.
- Note: Multiple entries are not allowed; acceptance is on a rolling basis.
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter as a single PDF document, along with links to work samples, to [email protected] with the subject line: Videographer/Photographer.
Application Closing Date: 8th August 2025
Notes for Online Presentation in MS Word
- Format: The document is structured with bold headings (e.g., # Job Description) and bullet points, compatible with MS Word’s heading styles and list features for easy formatting.
- Engaging Layout: Short paragraphs and bullet points cater to online readers who skim content, ensuring key details (e.g., duties, qualifications) are scannable.
- Clarity: Technical terms (e.g., audiovisual equipment, SCOPE registration) are retained but explained through context for accessibility.
- Professional Tone: Language is formal yet inviting, suitable for an online job posting on ARISE’s website or platforms like LinkedIn.
- Call to Action: Clear application instructions with an email link and subject line encourage submissions.
- Current Context: Reflects the date and time (05:32 PM WAT, Sunday, July 27, 2025) as a reference for timely posting.
