TITLE: Audiovisual Production & Video Script Writer (1 Position)

REPORTS TO: Materials Development Coordinator

LOCATION: Kigali, Rwanda

CONTRACT LENGTH: One year contract

About AKA:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

AKA is a registered National Non-Government Organization (NGO) operating under the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB) certificate No 66/RGB/NGO/2016. AKA’s mission is providing Rwandan youth with employability skills, capital, and support to take advantage of economic opportunities. Currently, AKA is implementing multiple donor’s projects.

DUTIES

The Audiovisual Production & Video Script Writer will work under AKA Team Leader to undertake tasks related to Materials Audio/Video production of the project. S/he will work with AKA technical team and partner staff in the design, editing of audio/video materials in partnership with other project staff and ensure accurate and quality audio/video materials are produced.

Essential functions include [but not limited to]:

• Manipulate and edit video/audio pieces effectively
• Develop written materials (e-lesson scripts) to guide video and audio production
• Review video scripts and materials to create a shot decision list based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity
• Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the audio/video
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency
• Direct videos production
• Assist in preparing consolidated project progress reports
• Any other task as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven work experience as an audio/video Producer and/or editor
• Solid experience working with audio/video editing software. Experience in producing the instructional materials (videos, audios, animations, simulations)
• Experience with video/audio script development
• Demonstrable audio/video editing ability with a strong portfolio
• Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation, and continuity
• Familiarity with special effects, 3D, and compositing
• Creative mind and storytelling skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in audiovisual production related field
• Strong communication skills
• Three years of experience working in audio/video editing

 Only soft copies are accepted. Interested candidates should submit their application (cover letter motivating why you are the best candidate, one page maximum + CV with 3 references) not later than January 09, 2022 at [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] and specify in subject line: Application to the position of Audiovisual Production & Video Script Writer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.