Multimedia Editor

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) was founded in 1965 under the Kenya Red Cross Society Act (Chapter 256 Laws of Kenya) and officially acknowledged by the Kenyan government as a voluntary aid society working alongside public authorities. It holds the distinction of being the sole National Red Cross Society in Kenya.
Regarding its relationship with public authorities, KRCS maintains independence, enabling it to operate in alignment with the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Its Constitution is rooted in the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their Additional Protocols of 1977, to which Kenya is a signatory

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Multimedia Editor, we are seeking a passionate and highly driven Multimedia Editor who will be responsible undertaking camera operations, photography, video editing, and ingest operations, ensuring the production of high-quality content for broadcast and digital platforms. The Multimedia Editor is responsible for capturing, editing, and organizing media files while adhering to production standards and deadlines.RequirementsUniversity Degree or Diploma in Media Technology, Film, or a related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in camera operations, photography, and video editing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Camera Operations and PhotographyCapture high-quality video footage for television, digital platforms, and other production requirements.Undertake professional photography assignments and edit still images to meet client and project needs.Set up and operate camera and lighting equipment, ensuring proper framing, exposure, and audio quality.Video EditingEdit video footage to create engaging and visually appealing content for various platforms.Integrate graphics, sound, and special effects to enhance the final product.Ensure timely delivery of edited materials, adhering to project schedules.Ingest OperationsIngest, transcode, and archive media content, maintaining an organized catalog for easy retrieval.Conduct quality checks on all incoming streams and package transfers to ensure compliance with technical standards.Manage media servers and storage, ensuring proper space utilization and backups.Content Preparation and DeliveryPrepare content for broadcast and digital platforms, ensuring adherence to quality standards.Collaborate with team members to ensure all production requirements are met.Equipment ManagementMaintain assigned camera, photography, and editing equipment, ensuring they are in good operational condition.Report any equipment malfunctions or repair needs to the Senior Multimedia Editor promptly.Training, Mentorship, and Skill DevelopmentConduct structured training sessions and hands-on workshops to enhance audiovisual skills and industry readiness.Provide mentorship and coaching to students, junior team members, and entrepreneurs in audiovisual production.Support entrepreneurial empowerment by aligning training initiatives with industry trends and business growth opportunities.Team Collaboration and ReportingWork closely with other team members to ensure smooth production workflows.Provide daily updates and reports on tasks completed and content delivered.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Multimedia, Public Relations, Advertising, Sales strategy, Film and video editing

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree