Photographer to document UNICEF`s work in Moldova

UNICEF Moldova is seeking a Photographer (on an as needed basis), Communication Unit

UNICEF Moldova is seeking a Photographer (on an as needed basis), Communication Unit.

Deliverables:

 The Contractor will be expected to deliver the following services:

• For every special event photographed throughout the year, on the same day, a minimum of 25 colour and /or b/w (as required) digital images in high resolution shot as a RAW file (300 pixels/inch: minimum size 3000 x 2000 pixels;) and the same selection in lower resolution (1000 pixels longer edge, JPEG format) will be delivered/emailed to UNICEF office;
• Within five days of shooting for the purposes of providing photos for publications, promotional materials, website or campaigns, a complete set of images (min 100 images are expected to be delivered per day of work) shot as a RAW file (300 pixels/inch: minimum size 3000 x 2000 pixels), saved chronologically. In addition, an edited set of 25 colour or B/W as needed, in high resolution with full captions, delivered/emailed to UNICEF office. Full set in lower resolution also delivered/emailed to UNICEF office;
• Within one working day from a shooting session , a selection of at least 25 photos is expected to be edited in specialized photo editing software (e. g. Photoshop) to comply with UNICEF photography and image standards;
• All digital photographs must contain complete caption information in "file info" and separate word format captions list. Caption information should consist of: date, place, subject names and age, and brief description of the situation photographed;
• The final sets of edited digital images (including caption information) will be delivered on portable storage devices /emailed (as requested) to UNICEF;
• Photography subject release forms signed by parents or legal guardians of children under the age of 18 will be delivered to UNICEF Office together with the images.

Qualifications and experience:

 Qualifications as professional photographer and a demonstrated minimum of 5 years experience as professional photographer;

• Good knowledge of technical requirements and settings for taking photos in various settings (i.e. outdoor, indoor, portraits, group activities etc.) is expected;
• Availability and good command of own photographic equipment (cameras, lenses, lights, filters, tripods), , as well as photo-related image editing software;
• Demonstrated experience in photojournalism in social issues.

For more details on deliverables and minimum requirements, please refer to attached Terms of reference (ToR)

 ToR photographer.pdf

HOW TO APPLY: Your online application should contain two separate attachments: Financial Bid and Technical Proposal, which you can find bellow. Please secure the Financial Proposal *.pdf document with a password on document view; the password will be requested only from technically qualified candidates

 Financial template_photographer.docx

 Technical Proposal_photographer.docx

Applications for this position must be received no later than on: 21 March 2017.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all backgrounds and minority groups, including persons with disabilities, to apply.

UNICEF is a global organization that seeks to improve the lives and health of children, especially the most vulnerable ones. UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to help children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence. UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. For more information about UNICEF and its work in Moldova visit: http://www.unicef.md/ You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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