Animator

Overall, Purpose of the Job

The candidate will be responsible for developing videos and animations of training manuals, user guides on edible insect farming and insect-based product development and utilization, and commercialization under the Insects for Food, Feed and Other Uses program (INSEFF).

Specific Duties

Develop audio-visual and animated manuals and guides on edible insects farming for food, feed and other products.
Develop cartoon videos and short films for dissemination of INSEFF program technologies.
Aid in the maintenance of the INSEFF program website through regular update of content/information, in liaison with the communication unit.
Participate in the dissemination of INSEFF program technologies through online/digital platforms
Assist in the training farmers and other stakeholders on edible insect farming
Dissemination of INSEFF program technologies through workshops and conferences.
Preparation of progress reports.
Any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor or senior INSEFF program team.

Requirements/Qualifications

Diploma in Animation, Videography or relevant field with one year of relevant experience.
At least 2 years of field experience film development and direction, animation, translation, modeling, video editing, and photography.
Experience in website maintenance and use of different social media platforms.
Experience in community engagement, storytelling and edible insect farming.

Other Desirable Attributes

Knowledge and skills in film development and direction, 2D and 3D animation, video editing, modelling, script writing and translation.
Fluency in English, Swahili and other languages is essential.
Computer literacy, online content development and social media.
High degree of organization, adaptability, and prioritization.
Good reporting and communication skills.

Apply via :

recruit.icipe.org