Multimedia Expert Consultant
- Career Category: Consultancies
- Location: Phnom Penh
Contract Type: Short-Term Consultancy
Duration: 01 July 2026 – 31 March 2027
Reporting To: Project Manager
Technical Coordination: News Director and HR & Admin Manager
Objective of the Assignment
To provide specialized technical expertise that strengthens CamboJA's capacity to produce engaging digital journalism products across its websites and social media platforms through the development of content formats, video podcast concepts, production workflows, training programmes, and practical coaching.
The consultant will support the design and implementation of a capacity development programme that combines structured training, practical content production, and ongoing coaching to strengthen visual storytelling and social media-first journalism practices within the newsroom.
Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities
- Training Needs Assessment and Capacity Analysis
- Visual Storytelling and Content Format Development
- Training Curriculum and Learning Materials Development
- Studio Development and Production Workflow Design
- Training Delivery, Coaching, and Technical Mentorship
- Ongoing Technical Advisory Support
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Eligibility
- Education
- Advanced degree or professional qualification in journalism, multimedia production, digital media, communications, or a related field.
- Professional Experience
- At least seven years of professional experience in multimedia journalism, digital storytelling, visual journalism, video production, audience engagement, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience developing digital content formats for websites and social media platforms.
- Experience designing and delivering professional training programmes and capacity development initiatives.
- Experience developing content strategies, production workflows, or newsroom innovation initiatives.
- Experience advising media organizations on digital content development and audience engagement.
- Experience working with independent media organizations or media development projects is an advantage.
- Competencies
- Strong understanding of visual storytelling, digital journalism, and audience engagement.
- Expertise in short-form video production, social media content development, and digital storytelling formats.
- Familiarity with video podcast production, livestreaming, and platform-specific content optimization.
- Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills.
- Understanding of Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principles and their application in media development and capacity-building programmes.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusive participation and accessible learning environments.
- Understanding of child rights principles and commitment to safeguarding the rights, wellbeing, and protection of children and young people in all professional interactions and project activities.
- Commitment to ethical, independent, and public-interest journalism.
- Demonstrate willingness and commitment to adhere to and uphold CamboJA's organizational values, policies, and procedures.