TIN: 103694233

Tel: +250 790 008 829

[email protected] | www.spruik.rw

TERMS OF REFERENCE | MULTIMEDIA EXECUTIVE 

About Spruik

spruik /spruːk/ – verb – to promote or publicise.

Spruik is an environmental communications agency based in Rwanda. Founded in 2015, we offer strategic communications, public relations and marketing services to a diverse range of local and international clientele. While our main area of expertise is in the environment and green economy sector, we also engage in projects related to tourism, entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and community development.

Values Driven

Our cherished motto “Do good work with good people” drives our culture of performance and client engagement. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, honesty, excellence, efficiency, and commitment. Additionally, together, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment at work and in our day-to-day lives.

To better serve our growing clientele, we are recruiting a full-time Multimedia Executive who will support our team to deliver top of the line services in regards to video and photo content production. Below are more details on this exciting opportunity.

Tasks Description

Under supervision of the Manager, the employee will:

• Plan and execute internal and external creative multimedia projects, including video production and photography, from start to finish.
• Producing high-quality videos, including scripting, storyboarding, filming, and editing, that align with the project goals and client’s specifications.
• Provide creative direction to external freelancers and suppliers as needed.
• Capture high-quality photography and videography using professional equipment and techniques.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure that all multimedia projects meet the client’s requirements and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in digital content production and incorporate new techniques and tools into projects as appropriate.
• Work with project managers to manage and organise multimedia production assets, including video footage, audio recordings, and photography.
• Ensure that all multimedia projects are of the highest quality and meet Spruik standards, client expectations, and project specifications.
• Provide training sessions to the Spruik team and clients on multimedia production techniques and software, including video editing, and photo editing.
• Attend meetings with clients and participate in Spruik’s training and professional development opportunities.
• Other tasks as agreed between the Employer and Employee within the scope of the role.

Skills and Attitudes

The employee should demonstrate the following:

• A persuasive and confident approach to creative projects
• Critical thinking and a sense of accountability
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Strong understanding of technical aspects of photography and videography, familiarity with cameras, lenses, and other equipment as well as editing software
• A collaborative attitude as well as a motivation and ability to work independently
• Excellent communications skills through various platforms (phone calls, SMS, social media, emails, etc.)
• An understanding of the use of Google Workspace and other tools (Slack, Trello, etc.)
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude
• Self-disciplined and well-mannered
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Agile attitude and approach to meeting deadlines

Qualifications and Experience

The Multimedia Executive should ideally have:

• An education or professional background in filmmaking, digital media production, or communications related fields.
• Two-three years of previous experience in photography or videography, such as shooting events, documentaries, and commercial projects.
• Experience with post-production software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, Davinci Resolve and/or Final Cut Pro.
• Experience in using software for animation would add more value to your profile.
• Experience in working within/with a creative agency and/or managing client relationships.

In addition to the above-mentioned skills, the candidate should have a good command of English and Kinyarwanda with proven skills of writing and speaking both languages proficiently. Possession of personal equipment and software, including high-quality camera, microphones, lights, gimbal, computer, and video editing software is an advantage.

Spruik Responsibilities 

Spruik is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair and inclusive workplace where employees are supported to perform their duties effectively. The net monthly salary range for this job is Rwf 450,000 – Rwf 650,000 based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, Spruik provides amazing benefits that promote work-life balance such as a generous leave policy, quarterly wellness days, and team social events, as well as remote work flexibility. 

The application closes on 14 April 2023 at 11:59 pm CAT, and the right candidate should ideally be ready to start work by 15 May 2023. Interested candidates should fill an online application form found here.

For further information about Spruik and its mission, please visit www.spruik.rw​. For any other questions, please email [email protected].