POSITION TITLE: Video Editing Intern/Volunteer

ORGANIZATION: Burma Link – Mae Sot, Thailand

REPORTS TO: International Coordinator

START DATE: January 2017

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY: The intern will be required to edit videos for a documentary project. This will require organising raw footage, editing videos, editing sound and working with other visual media as requested. The intern will work closely with the Visual Media and Communications Officer and other visual media interns to ensure that the project runs smoothly. The internship might include other tasks related to supporting our Visual Media team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Edit video and sound material
  • Assist other Visual Media Interns and Staff for the documentary project
  • Cooperate closely with the Visual Media and Communications Officer
  • Keep up to date with report reading and other publications, to gain understanding of the current situation
  • Assist with media monitoring and website posting as requested
  • Perform other duties as may be requested

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS – EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL

  • University degree
  • Strong video editing skills (good knowledge of editing softwares is essential, preferably Adobe Premiere Pro)
  • Visual media skills (video and/or photography, video and sound editing)
  • Strong research and editing skills
  • Good knowledge of use of social media websites
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Premier Pro and Photoshop
  • Demonstrated interest in Burma issues
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS – PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Integrity and honesty.
  • Reliability, and trustworthiness.
  • Cultural sensitivity and strong ethics.
  • High degree of personal initiative and creativity.
  • Capable of working independently and within a team as well as forming strong working relationships with staff and volunteers across the organization.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage own time even under pressure.
  • Willingness and ability to travel and work outside normal working hours.
  • Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Passionate about what Burma Link does.

APPLICATIONS

The applications will close as soon as we have found the right candidate. Minimum commitment is for two months.

HOW TO APPLY

This is currently a non-paid volunteer position as Burma Link is fully run by volunteers until funds are available. To be considered for this opportunity, please send your CV and application form to office@burmalink.org.

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