Media Consultant - Short-Documentary Production at Search for Common Ground

West Bank, West Bank, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Nonprofit, Peacebuilding, Media ProductionIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven experience in documentary filmmaking and visual storytelling
  • Strong cinematography and post-production skills
  • Familiarity with the Palestinian context and conflict-sensitive approaches
  • Experience working with communities and civil society actors
  • English proficiency is required

Responsibilities

  • Develop a creative documentary concept and production plan
  • Develop 4-6 spotlights to be used by Search and the G2G initiative
  • Deliver up to 2 briefing workshops for participants of the G2G initiative
  • Film project activities, interviews, and contextual footage
  • Monitor and integrate project dynamics and challenges into the storyline
  • Edit and deliver a final, fully mastered version of the documentary and the spots
  • Maintain regular coordination with Search throughout the process
  • Deliverables: Documentary concept and production plan (August 2025), Raw footage and on-site filming (September 2025), Edited first cut of documentary (October 2025), Final mastered version (5–7 minutes) and up to 4 spotlights (November 2025)

Skills

Documentary Production
Video Editing
Filming
Production Planning
Storytelling
Interview Techniques
Workshop Facilitation
Media Consulting
Contextual Footage
Editing Software

Search for Common Ground

Non-profit focused on peacebuilding efforts

About Search for Common Ground

Search for Common Ground (SFCG) focuses on ending violent conflict and promoting sustainable peace in fragile regions like West Africa and Yemen. The organization works with all parties involved in a conflict to provide tools and strategies that encourage dialogue and cooperation. SFCG's approach is unique because it emphasizes understanding differences while acting on commonalities, engaging all stakeholders to find solutions that benefit everyone. Their services include mediation, community dialogue, and training in conflict resolution, which they offer to local communities, governments, and international organizations. SFCG is funded through donations, grants, and partnerships, and they leverage the Global Fragility Act to enhance their impact. Their goal is to transform conflict resolution by fostering inclusive and collaborative methods, ultimately contributing to a more peaceful world.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1982Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
International Employee Assistance Plan (TCNs/Expats only)
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Public Holidays
Home Leave
R&R Leave
Volunteer Leave
Parental Leave

Risks

Partnership with Meta may expose SFCG to data privacy risks.
Post-project sustainability challenges for 'Dumisha Amani Zanzibar' after funding ended.
Strategic shifts under new leadership may not align with stakeholder expectations.

Differentiation

SFCG operates in fragile regions where traditional conflict resolution has failed.
They engage all conflict stakeholders to find mutually beneficial solutions.
Their approach focuses on understanding differences and acting on commonalities.

Upsides

Increased focus on digital peacebuilding tools enhances reach in conflict zones.
New leadership under Marjorie Newman-Williams may increase impact and efficiency.
Launch of Common Ground USA diversifies project portfolio and funding sources.

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