About this role
Key Responsibilities
Research & Pre-production
- Research Tatu Coffee, Tatu City and the local community to brief the photographer ahead of shoots.
- Identify and scout locations across the estates, including processing facilities, farms, workers and community areas.
- Develop shoot lists and story outlines with the photographer and local partners.
- Consent, Compliance & Interviewee Relations
- Assist with translation in English, Kiswahili, Kikuyu and other local languages where required.
- Manage consent and release forms for interviewees and participants.
- Maintain organised records of interviews, consent forms and production documentation.
Production Support
- Assist with equipment handling, gear checklists and daily production logistics.
- Prepare production notes, organize call sheets and keep the project on schedule.
- Act as the local liaison between the photographer and the community.
- Troubleshoot operational challenges during production.
Skills and Experience
- Prior experience as a production assistant, fixer, researcher or coordinator on photography, film or documentary projects.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Fluent in English and Kiswahili; knowledge of Kikuyu is an added advantage.
- Understanding of production workflows, equipment handling and location releases.
- Must be available on short notice.
Personal Qualities
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
- Professional, resourceful and adaptable.
- Able to build trust with interviewees and stakeholders.
- Exercises discretion when handling sensitive information.
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration for the four-month assignment.
- Opportunity to build documentary production experience and a strong professional network.
Skills
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