Video & Digital Media Associate at Museum of West African Art

Job Summary:

• The Video & Digital Media Associate will be responsible for producing high-quality video and photo content that elevates MOWAA’s storytelling across platforms. This role demands strong technical expertise in video production, photography, and editing—capturing compelling footage, executing creative shots, and developing narratives that bring MOWAA’s work to life. Reporting to the Head of Communications & Media Relations, the associate will manage end-to-end production, from filming to editing, while ensuring alignment with MOWAA’s brand and messaging. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, and comfortable travelling for shoots, often working independently on-site.

Responsibilities

Video Production & Photography

• Lead the planning, storyboarding, and execution of video and photo shoots to support MOWAA’s storytelling, campaigns, exhibitions, and events.
• Capture high-quality video footage in cinematic, documentary, and editorial styles, as outlined in creative briefs
• Manage and maintenance of MOWAA video and photography equipment, as well as be responsible for any equipment leasing.
• Work closely with external video and photography consultants or agencies, ensuring oversight and delivery.
• Record interviews, b-roll, and event coverage with attention to sound, lighting, and visual narrative.
• Operate cameras, audio equipment, lighting kits, and other production tools during shoots.
• Manage and organize visual assets, footage, and archives for easy retrieval and future use.
• Develop shot lists and schedules in advance of production.
• Edit and retouch photography for publications, social media, and digital platforms.

Editing & Post-Production

• Edit video content into polished, engaging final products for multiple platforms, including social media, website, presentations, and exhibitions, under the guidance of the Head of Communications & Media Relations.
• Select music, sound effects, and graphics to enhance storytelling while maintaining brand identity.
• Ensure all content is optimized for web and social media distribution, with attention to platform-specific formatting.

Digital Content Production

• Support the production of multimedia content for newsletters, donor reports, social media, website, and exhibitions.
• Repurpose video and photography content for multiple uses, including short-form social clips and long-form storytelling.
• Monitor digital trends and recommend new visual content formats and styles to enhance MOWAA’s digital presence.

Project & Asset Management

• Manage production timelines and deliverables for multimedia projects.
• Ensure proper cataloguing, archiving, and maintenance of video and photo assets.
• Source and manage external vendors (videographers, editors, photographers) when needed.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma

Experience

• Ideally 3–5 years of relevant experience in video production, photography, and digital storytelling
• Proven experience filming, photographing, and editing content for different platforms, including social media and websites.
• Hands-on experience operating professional video and photography equipment, including cameras, audio equipment, and lighting setups.
• Skilled in producing creative shots, including interviews, documentary-style footage, and event coverage.
• Experience editing video and photo content using industry-standard software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, or similar).
• Track record of conceptualizing, storyboarding, scripting, and managing video shoots independently and/or with creative teams.
• Experience working within arts, culture, heritage, or creative industries is an advantage but not essential.

Essential Skills

• Advanced technical skills in video filming, production, photography, lighting, and sound recording.
• Strong video editing skills with proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools.
• Skilled in photo editing and retouching using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Ability to plan and execute creative visual narratives from concept to final delivery.
• Eye for composition, detail, and storytelling through visual media.
• Solid understanding of digital trends, social media video formats, and audience engagement techniques.
• Ability to multitask, manage production schedules, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong collaborative skills—comfortable working with curators, creatives, editors, and leadership.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, global institution at the heart of West Africa’s art and culture.
• Be a part of a growing team shaping the narrative of West African arts, heritage, and cultural preservation.