Job Summary
The Commission wishes to recruit results oriented Kenyan citizens with drive, vision and creativity, on temporary terms of twelve months, to fill the above position.
Minimum Qualification:Diploma
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:2 years
Job Description
The Kenya Film Commission (KFC) is a State Corporation mandated under Legal Notice No. 147 of 2015 to develop, promote and market the film Industry locally and internationally.
VI. Corporate Communication Officer (Photographer), (Temp)-HRA/CCO/01/2020- 1 Post
Reporting to the Manager Corporate Communication, the job holder will be responsible for:
(i) Conduct interviews, take photos and videos, and support field work or events.
(ii) Conduct reconnaissance on sites to determine suitability for events coverage or stories.
(iii) After returning from the field upload, caption, tag and organize high-quality photos, consent forms, and interviews.
(iv) Design photography and video projects from concept to finished product.
(v) Develop branded templates for short packages that team members can use to create “plug and play” videos for social media.
(vi) Stay abreast of current technologies and trends in photography and videography that will improve the team’s work in this area.
(vii) Coordinate all photo and video coverage while reviewing for quality and completeness.
(viii) Work with social media specialist to create compelling and shareable visuals such as short videos that help the Commission’s handles “stand-out” on social media.
(ix) Work with management to ensure proper tracking and maintenance of equipment on a regular basis.
(x) Keep records of photographs in an image database.
The successful candidate must:
(i) Degree in journalism or communications/public relations from a recognized institution and one (1) year work experience; OR
(ii) Diploma in journalism or communications/public relations from a recognized institution and two (2) year work experience;
(iii) Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office and Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Premiere Pro, InDesign);
(iv) Proven photojournalist experience; (v) Be proficient in camera operation and have an eye for details;
(vi) Evidence of portfolio showing diverse areas photographed and edited;
(vii) Familiarity with photo editing and publishing tools, light room, Adobe suite.
Interested personsMUSTfill the jobapplication formvia the following link:http://kenyafilmcommission.com/images/Careers/TEMP-EMPLOYMENT-APPLICATION-FORM.pdfand In addition, please attach copies of professional/academic certificates, testimonials, copy of National Identity Card or passport and ,a dully filled employment form, application letter clearly stating the position being applied for and addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Film Commission
Jumia Place II, 2nd Floor, Lenana Road
P.O. Box 76417- 00508
NAIROBI.
To reach us byFriday, 6th November, 2020 at 5.00 p.m
Applicants are required to send only the soft copy of their application **********
Please note:
KFC is an equal opportunity employer
Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Persons from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
