Multimedia production and content creation consultant (remote – united states, netherlands, belgium, or kenya)

Background: Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) is an international nonprofit with offices around the world working to improve protection for civilians caught in conflict zones. Our mission is to work with armed actors and civilians in conflict to develop and implement solutions to prevent, mitigate, and respond to civilian harm. We are advocates who believe that no civilian caught in conflict should be ignored, and advisors who provide practical solutions to prevent and respond to civilian harm. Learn more at civiliansinconflict.org.

CIVIC and Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA) are undertaking communications and advocacy campaign to amplify awareness of the human costs of the US war in Iran by telling compelling, human-centered stories about civilian harm.

Project Description & Scope of Work: To support the development of content amplifying these stories, CIVIC is seeking to recruit a Multimedia Production and Content Creation Consultant. The consultant will work closely with CIVIC and HRA to design documented testimonies, evidence, and advocacy messages into engaging visual and multimedia content for public dissemination. This will include the production of professional, high-resolution videos suitable for social media platforms, as well as graphics, carousel, and animated videos as required.

Based on documentation collected and curated by HRA, the consultant will collaborate with CIVIC to develop a creative storytelling approach, including visual style, format selection, and audience engagement strategies. The consultant will spearhead the production process, including visual design, video editing, motion graphics, subtitling, sound design, integration of photographs, video footage, interviews, and other source materials as relevant. The consultant will also consult on storyboarding and script development.

All products must adhere to conflict-sensitive and trauma-informed communications principles, ensuring that storytelling approaches do not expose contributors, affected communities, or partners to undue risk. The consultant will work iteratively with CIVIC and HRA throughout the process, incorporating feedback and revisions to ensure that final products align with project objectives, advocacy priorities, and ethical storytelling standards.

The consultant must preserve the factual and contextual integrity of testimonies and source materials. Any substantive editing, reconstruction, use of generative AI, synthetic imagery or audio, or alteration of documentary materials must receive prior written approval from CIVIC and must not misrepresent the experiences or statements of contributors.

Where publication may create protection, privacy, or security risks, the consultant should work with CIVIC and HRA to apply appropriate mitigation measures, including anonymization, blurring, voice alteration, removal of identifying information or metadata, and secure handling and transfer of source files.

Under the supervision of the US Director, the consultant will undertake the following activities:

• Develop compelling multimedia content (including graphics and videos) amplifying the experiences of Iranian civilians during the US-Israel-Iran war;
• Consult with the CIVIC and HRA teams on storyboarding and script development;
• Brainstorm innovative concepts to shape raw materials from the ground into engaging, high-impact content.
• Produce and deliver edited videos (approximately 1-3 minutes in length) adapted to the formats agreed upon by the CIVIC and HRA teams and the consultant;
• Edit photos (selection and color correction) and videos (editing, color correction, color integration and subtitles);
• Propose creative formats tailored for various platforms, ensuring all outputs strictly align with CIVIC’s tone of voice and branding.
• Ensure that the free and informed consent of the persons filmed or photographed is obtained and properly archived internally, and that CIVIC's principles of confidentiality, data protection and ethics are strictly adhered to;
• Ensure compliance with the visibility and visual identity requirements of CIVIC; and
• Consult with CIVIC and HRA teams in the design and implementation of a tailored dissemination strategy.

Deliverables

• A set of edited high-resolution graphics (3-5) and 30-90 second 3-4 videos (exact number and format to be agreed upon with CIVIC and HRA teams); ready for use on digital platforms, including social media, presentations and donor reports;
• Raw files (photos and videos) to be sent to the designated focal point and properly archived in line with CIVIC's standard;
• Complete captions and corresponding contextual notes; and
• Signed consent forms, where required.

Duration and terms

• Duration: 3 months (subject to extension based on delivery timeline)
• Level of effort: Varied, as required
• Location: Remote from United States, the Netherlands, Belgium, or Kenya, with work authorization in operating location, a commitment to align with US team time zones when needed, and stable internet connection for video calls and transferring large files.

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience in photography and videography, graphic design, social media content creation, and/or communications;
• Strong command of video and photo editing software, including the Adobe Creative Cloud suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Lightroom, and Photoshop).
• Proven experience working with non-profits or on development and/or humanitarian projects;
• Strong portfolio demonstrating relevant work, particularly in humanitarian and sensitive contexts;
• Strong knowledge of ethical storytelling practices, informed consent and protection principles;
• Ability to work in sensitive and conflict-affected environments; and
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Farsi is an asset.

Intellectual property and confidentiality: All materials produced as part of this consultancy will be the exclusive property of CIVIC. Any use of the materials for personal purposes (including in a portfolio) will require prior written authorization from CIVIC. The consultant must strictly comply with the confidentiality, backup, and data protection requirements applicable throughout the duration of the assignment.

Equipment: The consultant must have their own professional equipment (e.g., camera, audio equipment, and editing and graphic design software (Adobe Creative Cloud suite).

Payment terms

• Total budget available is up to USD 16,000. Applicants should submit a financial proposal detailing their proposed costs within this budget ceiling.
• Payment made after satisfactory delivery and validation of deliverables by CIVIC;
• Travel expenses, if any, must be approved in advance and will be subject to a separate agreement.

Application process

Interested candidates must submit by November 2, 2026:

• Up-to-date CV;
• Portfolio of relevant digital content produced, including a list of any notable publications, organizations, or projects supported;
• Financial proposal detailing proposed costs within the USD 16,000 budget ceiling.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CIVIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. CIVIC does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, matriculation, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence or business, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Note to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: CIVIC does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by agencies other than its approved partners.