Instituitional Consultancy for Animation on Plain language

Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of this assignment is to promote barrier-free communication, introduce Easy-to-read language to the general public and educate target audiences on the key principles of using the language.

The selected agency will produce:

1. A 30-second animation for use on TV introducing what Plain language is and importance of its use for general public;
2. A short educational video on the key principles of Plain language, targeted at those who produce information for public use, such as local authorities, banks, hospitals, etc.

         QUALIFICATIONS OR SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

1. Minimum of 5 years of professional animation video and audio editing experience;
2. Skilled in motion graphics design and animation;
3. Skilled in professional post-production software; Post-production workflows, appropriate media formats, and optimizing video for various outputs;
4. Experience in digitizing for the web and other multimedia services;
5. Professional work ethic, integrity, and initiative;
6. Knowledge of international development issues a plus;
7. Advanced graphic design and typography skills coupled with the ability to weave a meaningful and compelling story;
8. Artistic vision with a can-do attitude and the skills to back it up;
9. Self-motivated, highly organized, collaborative, and able to create in a fast-paced and growing environment;
10. Exceptional communication skills, tact, and diplomacy;
11. Remain current on industry trends and styles, able to integrate new technique and/or technology when appropriate.

PROCESS FOR APPLICATION

Proposal from candidates should include: 

Portfolio and budget proposal.

Criteria for the selection of proposals:

1. Previous work experience of the applicant company;

2. Experience in developing animation products of a similar format;

3. Financial proposal.

Deadline for submission of proposals: 14 April 2018

All details can be found via the following link.