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Long Term Arrangement (LTA) for Professional filmmakers with UNICEF Laos

East Asia and Pacific Region, Lao People’s Democratic Republicfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Apr 2026

About the role

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, the right to support

In Lao PDR, UNICEF works in partnership with the Government of Lao PDR and partners to promote and protect the rights of children and women in Lao PDR. With over 50 years of service, we are one of the longest-serving international organisations in the country.

Visit unicef.org/Laos to learn more about what we do at UNICEF in Lao PDR.

How can you make a difference?

UNICEF in Vientiane, Lao PDR is looking for Professional filmmakers on Long Term Arrangement (LTA). The duration of this assignment is 3 years, starting as soon as possible.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

The consultant under LTA arrangement will support all programme areas. Specific contract managers will provide supervision for specific services contracted under the provisions of this LTA. Technical supervision will be provided by the Communications team.

MAJOR TASKS TO BE ACCOMPLISHED

Create videos, with length varying from 30 seconds to ten minutes, based on advocacy priorities and planned delivery (i..e web videos, reels, event videos, human interest etc.)
Propose visual structure and capture change narratives through protagonist(s) stories.
Attend pre-production briefings, research, and planning meetings.
Conduct field filming in various locations, including interviews with stakeholders.
Write and obtain approval for English and Lao scripts.
Shoot broadcast quality footage.
Adhere to UNICEF branding guidelines.
Regularly update project coordinator on progress and challenges.
Provide professional English or other language voice overs.
Advise on and procure rights to music as needed.
Collect relevant sound effects.
Review existing films or materials on the topic.
Edit the film into an engaging, high-quality product, including graphics and subtitles as needed.
Present the film to UNICEF and incorporate feedback.
Submit final products in English and/or Lao.
Coordinate with UNICEF Programme Officers on film requirements.
May involve travel to remote areas and work during weekends.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: LTA ToR_Filmmaker for VA.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Sciences, Commerce, or a technical diploma in filmmaking, videography, editing, or script writing.

Experience:

Five years of experience in producing high-quality films demonstrating creativity, storytelling, script writing,

and shooting techniques that align with international standards.

Skills:

Strong background in ideation, conceptualization, script writing, and knowledge of latest film editing
software.
Proven experience in creating films for the social development sector.
Proficiency with the latest technology in filmmaking and multimedia production.
Knowledge of additional national languages is a plus.
Experience in creating films about, with, and for children, including interviewing and filming them.

Proficiency in designing for digital platforms.