ToR for Video Documentation for the Ethiopian Media Women Association (EMWA)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Organization: Ethiopian Media Women Association (EMWA)
Deadline: November 7, 2025
Job Description
Background
The Ethiopian Media Women Association (EMWA) is a leading organization committed to empowering women in media, promoting ethical journalism, and advancing gender equity across Ethiopia. As part of its ongoing initiatives, EMWA seeks to produce a professionally crafted video documentation that captures the impact, stories, and strategic vision of its programs particularly those focused on media literacy, trauma-informed journalism, and mentorship for women journalists.
Objective of the Assignment
To produce a high-quality, engaging video that documents EMWA’s work, showcases its impact, and serves as a strategic communication tool for advocacy, fundraising, and stakeholder
engagement.
Scope of Work
The selected consultant/production team will be responsible for:
Pre-Production
- Story concept and treatment development
- Research, scriptwriting & narrative outline
- Filming logistics, scheduling & location planning
Production
- Filming interviews and testimonials from beneficiaries, staff, and partners.
- Capturing institutional activities, event footage & archival content
- Estimated filming days:
- Estimated locations: Addis Ababa
Post-Production
- Editing & storytelling
- Motion graphics, branding & subtitles
- Sound design & music
- Color grading
- Final master output 10-15 minute long
Key Deliverables
| Deliverable | Specification |
| Inception Report | Includes methodology, timeline, and creative direction |
| Script & Storyboard | Drafted in collaboration with EMWA |
| Full Documentary Film | Duration: 10-15 minutes, Subtitled in English |
| Final Formats | MP4 (4K/Web ready),ProRes (Presentation), 1 minute MP4 social media ads |
| Raw Materials | All raw footage& project files |
| Additional Assets | Motion graphics files& stills as applicable |
| Summary Report | Overview of process, challenges, and recommendations |
Duration
The assignment is expected to be completed within 4 weeks from the date of contract signing.
| Activity | Date |
| Kick-Off | Nov 10 |
| Treatment / Script Approval | Nov 15 |
| Filming | Nov 17 – Nov 21 |
| Rough Cut Delivery | Nov 24 |
| Final Cut | Nov 30 |
| Final Delivery | Dec 1 |
About You
Required skills
- Proven experience in video production, especially in development or advocacy contexts.
- Strong storytelling and visual communication skills.
- Familiarity with gender-sensitive and trauma-informed approaches.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Fluency in Amharic and English is preferred.
- Communication
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through: emwadirectress@gmail.com with the subject line: “Video Documentation Application – EMWA” until November 7/2025 COB.
Proposal Submission Requirements
Interested applicants must submit the following:
- Company profile and legal registration
- Portfolio of similar work (links to samples required)
- Creative concept / proposed storyline direction
- Technical approach & methodology
- Team composition and key personnel
- Detailed work plan & timeline
- Detailed cost breakdown (pre-production, production, post-production)
- At least two client references
- Budget and Payment
Bidders must submit a detailed and itemized budget in ETB and the budget will be negotiated based on the scope and quality of deliverables. Payment will be made in installments tied to key milestones.
