Filmmaker

Ikando requires a film maker to help develop short films and documentaries covering the work and activities of Ikando and our volunteers. The volunteer will also develop films and documentaries to shed light on sensitive issues of concern to Ikando and its partners.

The role will include some or all of the following:

• Developing simple film projects from production to post production;

• Identifying the core activities Ikando is involved in and recommending strategies to promote its activities through film;

• Reading, researching and assessing ideas;

•Reporting to Ikando on progress made and offering ideas to improve final product.

Requirements:

• You must be at least 18 years of age upon application.
• You will need to demonstrate relevant experience in film making.
• You must have excellent technical and editorial skills and a track record in producing short high quality people focused films.
• The film maker should have good interpersonal skills.
• You will have an ability to capture people at their best with relevant experience working as part of a team.
• The film maker should bring their own camera, equipment and laptop.
  

 

Step 1: The Application Form - To apply for one of our positions please complete our online application form. To save us and more importantly our already overstretched partner organisations time, please only complete this form if you are serious about applying.

Step 2: The Additional Info Form - As soon as we receive approval for your placement from the partner organisation we will send you an additional form to complete. This form requests information on your emergency contact details, your health background and other important information. Please email this form back to us as soon as possible.

Step3: Secure your Placement - Once we receive your additional information form back we will invoice you for your placement. Your deposit will be due within a week of the date of the invoice. If you are applying less than 60 days before the start of your placement, you will be invoiced for the whole amount. Please be aware that your placement is not secured until you have received confirmation from us of receipt of either the deposit or full payment. Once you have secured your placement you can start booking flights. We recommend you purchase insurance as soon as you secure your placement.

Step 4: Speak to your In-Country Coordinator - We will email you a week before your remainder is due. As soon as we receive your remainder we will introduce you to your In-Country Coordinator who will help you prepare for your trip and will ensure that an Ikando member of staff is at the airport to meet you.

Documentation Requirements:

• A completed application form - required for application.
• A personal or professional reference given by an employer, teacher, lawyer or doctor. This reference must include detail of the context in which the referee knows you and stating that he/she knows of no reason why you should not volunteer. The referee should also provide their contact details in order that Ikando can contact them prior to your departure to confirm the reference given. This reference should be emailed by the referee to info [at] ikando.org. References cannot be family memebers
• A copy by email to info [at] ikando.org of your travel (including medical) insurance certificates.
• Information on your travel arrangements (flight number, airline, arrival and departure time and dates). We always recommend volunteers who book online to email us their booking.
• A copy of the photo page of your passport to be emailed to info [at] ikando.org.

All Documentation must be sent to us at least two weeks before arrival.

The Orientation

We will provide you with a stress-free and in-depth introduction to Ghana by picking you up from the airport and giving you an orientation that helps to settle you into the country as quickly as possible. The Orientation will include showing you the places of interest in Accra, getting your money changed, informing you where you can do your shopping, and much, much more.

We have staff on-call 24/7, so if there is ever anything you need we are there and happy to be of assistance.

 

Important Details

Project Duration	Min Duration - 2 weeks Max Duration – 26 weeks
Dates	You can volunteer at any time throughout the year.
Pricing	FREE
Deposit	FREE
Location	Accra
Airport to fly into	Accra Airport (ACC) - (also known as Kotoka International Airport)
In-country Budget	From $50 on a tight budget to $150 p/week if you wish to explore Ghana. Read more...

What’s included?
• Accommodation and a fully furnished kitchen
• Welcome pack
• In-country introduction to life in Ghana.
• Airport pick-up & drop-off
• Live-in Ikando staff support
• 24/7 Emergency support.

 

What’s not included?
• Flights & Visa
• Vaccinations (please speak to your local doctor)
• Insurance, both Medical and Travel (required)