Video production specialist

Video production specialist 

Background 

Since 2001, Better Factories Cambodia has joined with workers, employers and government to improve working conditions and boost the competitiveness of the garment industry. Originally, the project was linked to an innovative trade agreement between the Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) with the United States that provided market access in return for improving working conditions in the garment sector. After the expiration of the trade agreement in 2004, the Cambodian Government, together with unions and employers, requested the ILO to continue with the implementation of the programme. 

As its longest running programme, Better Factories Cambodia (BFC) is in many ways the driving force behind Better Work and has inspired the establishment of the programme in nine other countries. Central elements of the programme’s approach began in Cambodia: from cultivating social dialogue through worker-management committees, to offering factories tailored advisory services to help them solve their own labour rights’ challenges or using public reporting to spur improvements in factory working conditions and workplace environment across the industry. The programme currently covers over 550 factories and has close collaboration with over 200 of those factories where it helps systems of social dialogue to help solve workplace issues.  
 
With support from the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), BFC will implement a 3-year project to promote gender equality in the sector. The overall project outcome aims to promote gender equality and inclusion in women’s empowerment in the Cambodian GFT sector, with two outputs to achieve the goal. The Gender Equality and Return Program (GEAR) aims to empower and promote female workers to supervisory and higher-qualified positions. In 2024, the GEAR team received Training of Trainer sessions focused on both technical and soft skills.  

Objective  

The objective of this assignment is to produce a short, compelling story video that promotes discussion around gender equality and leadership in Cambodia’s garment sector. The video will highlight the success story of a participant from the Gender Equality and Returns (GEAR) programme, showcasing how she applied the leadership skills acquired through the training and the resulting positive impact at her workplace. 

The final product will be shared with relevant stakeholders, including industry actors, development partners, and workers, and will be made publicly available for both national and international audiences. 

The assignment is expected to take place between 28 July and 15 August 2025. 

Scope of work and deliverables 

Under the supervision of Better Factories Cambodia (BFC), the selected consultant or firm will be responsible for the following: 
Deliverable 1: Produce one (1) story video on “Leadership at factory level” 

The consultant will produce a creative, 3–5-minute video profiling a female GEAR participant who has completed the programme and received a promotion within her factory. The video will capture: 

• Her experience in the GEAR program 

• How she applied the leadership skills gained 

• Her engagement with co-workers and team members 

• Evidence of personal and professional growth 

• Challenges faced and milestones achieved 

• Reflections from her colleagues and factory representatives 

Activities  

• Develop a draft script in consultation with BFC staff 

• Provide a storyboard, concept and thematic approach based on the approved script 

• Conduct interviews and filming in and around the factory, including during high-activity periods such as pay day 

• Coordinate logistics with interviewees (men and women workers), with support from BFC 

• Provide English subtitles for the final video 

• Submit the final edited video, following BFC feedback 

Specification:   
• Length: 3–5 minutes (final cut). 

• Language: Khmer with English subtitles; second master without subtitles. 

• Format: HD 1080p and 4K, optimised for social media and event display. 

• Up to three feedback rounds with BFC before final approval. 

Qualification and Selection Criteria 

Education, requirement and Experience  

• Have at least 4 years of experience and excellent understanding in photography & video production 

• Expertise in shooting video interviews and storytelling videos 

• Expertise in video editing and video animation/effects 

• Experienced in similar production works and producing videos with vulnerable groups, including women 

• Equipped with high-end production equipment to produce quality videos 

Duration 

The assignment is scheduled to run from 28 July to 15 August 2025. The timeline may be adjusted in consultation with BFC, but all final deliverables must be submitted no later than 15 August 2025. 

Submission of Proposal 

Interested consultants are requested to submit an expression of interest by 23rd July 2025, including a  

• A technical and financial proposal, detailing the approach, work plan, and budget 

• A portfolio showcasing previous relevant work 

• A list of production team members involved in the project 

The expression of interest shall be sent to: The expression of interest shall be sent to: bfcjobs@ilo.org and cc'ed keo@ilo.org 

Confidentiality Statement 

All data and information received for the purpose of this assignment are to be treated confidentially and are only to be used in connection with the execution of these Terms of Reference. All intellectual property rights arising from the execution of these Terms of Reference are assigned to IFC and ILO. The contents of written materials obtained and used in this assignment may not be disclosed to any third parties without the express advance written authorization of the IFC and ILO.