Content Production Assistant Fixed Term Contract

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.