TL;DR

Documentary and Visual Content Consultant (Humanitarian): Creating high-quality documentary film and multimedia assets to showcase project impact in Nigeria with an accent on field-based storytelling and ethical visual documentation. Focus on capturing professional-grade 4K footage and photography across project states to support advocacy and donor engagement.

Location: Must be based in or able to conduct fieldwork in Nigeria (Maiduguri and project states)

International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian organization helping people affected by conflict and disaster to survive and regain control of their futures.

What you will do

  • Develop documentary concepts and storyboards for the REACH project.
  • Conduct field visits and capture high-quality video interviews with key stakeholders.
  • Produce a broadcast-quality 8-12 minute documentary film.
  • Create short-form advocacy and social media video cuts.
  • Compile a curated, metadata-rich photo library for each project state.
  • Ensure all content complies with branding, ethical storytelling, and informed consent standards.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in documentary filmmaking.
  • Proven track record of working in humanitarian or complex field environments.
  • Technical proficiency with professional 4K video and high-resolution photography equipment.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce broadcast-quality multimedia products.
  • Strong understanding of ethical visual storytelling and informed consent practices.
  • Must be able to work within strict timelines and manage field-based project logistics.

Culture & Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact global health initiative.
  • Engagement in challenging, field-based humanitarian work.
  • Collaboration with international development and health organizations.
  • Commitment to professional standards of integrity, service, and accountability.