Photography & Videography Consultant

The Photography & Videography Consultant will support the IOM Sudan Mission in producing audiovisual content, including photography, videography, post-production, event coverage, archiving, and digital optimization. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Programme Support Unit and the Head of Communications Unit, coordinating closely with Programme Managers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and undertake field visits across project sites to independently collect high-quality audio-visual content, including photographs, raw video footage, and audio recordings of IOM activities and beneficiaries.
• Independently edit, post-produce, and package short video features, human-interest stories, reels, photo essays, and audio-visual assets tailored for social media and external communications.
• Operate and maintain professional media equipment (cameras, microphones, lighting, and recording tools) ensuring high technical standards during field and event coverage.
• Provide comprehensive photography, videography, and live media support for mission events, campaigns, official visits, and press briefings.
• Ensure all AV products and visual materials strictly adhere to IOM branding, editorial standards, and donor visibility requirements.
• Organize, tag, and maintain the mission’s central audio-visual media archive, ensuring raw and processed files are systematically backed up and accessible.
• Format and optimize existing AV assets and graphic materials for various digital platforms, donor reports, and campaign publications.
• Design supporting visual communication materials, including social media graphics, infographics, presentation slides, and visibility items in line with IOM branding guidelines.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

• University degree in Multimedia, Film/Video Production, Audio-Visual Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with at least two (2) years of relevant professional experience; or Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least four (4) years of relevant professional experience in field-based photography, videography, and video editing
• Proven hands-on experience as a Photographer/Videographer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end video editing and photo post-processing.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting field visits independently to gather raw audio-visual materials, human-interest stories, and photo essays, ideally within humanitarian, development, or international settings.
• Proven track record in operating multimedia equipment (DSLR/Mirrorless cameras, audio gear, lighting, stabilizer rigs) under field conditions.
• Solid experience in graphic design and developing visual materials (infographics, social media assets, posters) is considered a strong distinct advantage.
• Experience in covering events, producing short-form video content (e.g., reels, short documentaries), and optimizing content for social media channels.
• Advanced proficiency in non-linear video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve) and photo editing software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Practical knowledge of graphic design and desktop publishing tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Canva).
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including human interest stories, social media captions, etc.
• Managing social media accounts of reputable organizations
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required

Skills

• Photography
• Videography
• Video Editing
• Photo Post-Processing
• Field Audio-Visual Collection
• Multimedia Equipment Operation
• Graphic Design
• Visual Material Production
• Event Coverage
• Short-form Video Production
• Social Media Content Optimization
• Adobe Premiere
• Final Cut Pro
• DaVinci Resolve
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Lightroom
• Adobe Illustrator
• InDesign
• Canva
• Writing and Editing
• Social Media Management

Languages

English, Arabic