Local Consultant - Photography and Videography

About Pratham International

Pratham International (PI) is a US 501(c)(3) established to support learning innovations for children and youth in contexts across the globe. We enable the adaptation and spread of proven and scalable education solutions pioneered in India by Pratham Education Foundation, such as Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL), to contexts across the global south through programming and technical assistance tailored to local realities.  Today, Pratham innovations reach millions of children annually through partnerships across ~30 countries.

Background and Context

As Pratham International (PI) expands its global footprint, it continues to collaborate with partners and communities to document foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) programmes, youth skilling initiatives, and digital innovations through high-quality multimedia assets.
 
This time-bound assignment will deploy a professional photographer/videographer across 3 locations in Madagascar to capture the impact of PI-supported interventions on learners, teachers, and caregivers, with a focus on authentic, high-quality storytelling.
 
The consultant will support the documentation of Pratham International’s programmes and will capture classroom teaching and learning practices related to foundational literacy and numeracy through the TaRL programs in partnership with JICA.

Purpose of the Assignment

The consultancy aims to produce high-quality multimedia content that:
●      Demonstrates programme impact for donor engagement and fundraising
●      Strengthens consistency across PI’s global communications
●      Supports strategic storytelling across diverse regional contexts

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of PI’s Communications team and the local PoC, the consultant will:
●      Capture high-resolution (4K) video footage (16:9 and 9:16 formats) across classrooms, communities, and interviews
●      Produce high-quality photography for reports, advocacy, and digital platforms
●      Edit content into short-form (3 - 4 minutes) and long-form (15 - 20 minutes) outputs
●      Integrate voiceovers, translations, and subtitles in relevant local languages and English

Deliverables

a) Video Outputs
●      Edited videos, including training content and human-interest stories (to be agreed)
●      Organized delivery of all raw footage
 
b) Photography Outputs
●      Curated photo library (minimum number to be agreed), edited for professional use
●      Complete archive of raw images
●      Metadata and captions organized by location and date
 
c) Documentation
●      Signed informed consent forms for all individuals captured, in compliance with safeguarding and local data protection regulations

Technical Specifications

Video:
●      4K resolution; 16:9 and 9:16 formats
●      Professionally balanced audio
●      Adherence to PI branding and editorial guidelines
●      Subtitles included as required, particularly for testimonials
 
Photography :
●      RAW capture with delivery in high-resolution JPEG (minimum 300 dpi)
●      Mix of portrait and landscape compositions
●      Coverage including action, portrait, and contextual imagery

Qualifications and Experience

●      Minimum 5 years of professional experience in photography, videography, and post-production
●      Demonstrated experience in documenting social impact or development programmes
●      Experience working in remote or resource-constrained settings
●      Strong understanding of ethical storytelling, particularly involving children and vulnerable populations
●      Proficiency in industry-standard editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro)

Duration and Payment

●      Duration: February 2027 (up to 10 Days, including travel to various districts)

●      Payment Terms: 50% upon approval of work plan and shooting schedule

                                     50% upon submission and acceptance of final deliverables

Application Process
 
Interested candidates should submit applications via the online application portal on the Pratham International Website. For any inquiries or questions, they may be directed to [email protected]
 
Applications must include:
●      Portfolio of relevant work
●      Technical approach, timeline, and proposed deliverables
●      Financial proposal, including daily rate (in local currency)        

Additional Information
●      Consultants must be locally based and willing to travel within the assigned geography
●      International travel, visa, or work permit costs will not be covered
●      Local travel costs will be covered as per agreed terms
●      The consultant is responsible for ensuring access to high-quality equipment and licensed software required for production and editing

Please download the technical package information for this assignment and ensure you are familiar with the requirements.

(Link: https://prathaminternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Technical-Package-Madagascar-Feb-2027.pdf)

Pratham is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our organisation.