Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Tatu is a project of Rendeavour, Africa’s largest urban land developer with over 30,000 acres of visionary projects in the growth trajectories of large cities in Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia and Democratic Republic of Congo. Rendeavour’s vision goes beyond alleviating what is a self-evident problem - that of stifling urban congestion and a dearth of quality housing and commercial property in Africa. Rather, we aim to help create the infrastructure - the living and working spaces, communities, schools and hospitals - that will help sustain and accelerate Africa’s economic growth, meet the aspirations of Africa’s burgeoning middle classes, and serve as a catalyst for further urban development.

Responsibilities or duties

Research & Pre-production

• Research Tatu Coffee, Tatu City and the local community to brief the photographer ahead of shoots.
• Identify and scout locations across the estates, including processing facilities, farms, workers and community areas.
• Develop shoot lists and story outlines with the photographer and local partners.

Consent, Compliance & Interviewee Relations

• Assist with translation in English, Kiswahili, Kikuyu and other local languages where required.
• Manage consent and release forms for interviewees and participants.
• Maintain organised records of interviews, consent forms and production documentation.

Production Support

• Assist with equipment handling, gear checklists and daily production logistics.
• Prepare production notes, organize call sheets and keep the project on schedule.
• Act as the local liaison between the photographer and the community.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges during production.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Skills and Experience

• Prior experience as a production assistant, fixer, researcher or coordinator on photography, film or documentary projects.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili; knowledge of Kikuyu is an added advantage.
• Understanding of production workflows, equipment handling and location releases.
• Must be available on short notice.

Personal Qualities

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Professional, resourceful and adaptable.
• Able to build trust with interviewees and stakeholders.
• Exercises discretion when handling sensitive information.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration for the four-month assignment.
• Opportunity to build documentary production experience and a strong professional network.

• Research Tatu Coffee, Tatu City and the local community to brief the photographer ahead of shoots.
• Identify and scout locations across the estates, including processing facilities, farms, workers and community areas.
• Develop shoot lists and story outlines with the photographer and local partners.
• Assist with translation in English, Kiswahili, Kikuyu and other local languages where required.
• Manage consent and release forms for interviewees and participants.
• Maintain organised records of interviews, consent forms and production documentation.
• Assist with equipment handling, gear checklists and daily production logistics.
• Prepare production notes, organize call sheets and keep the project on schedule.
• Act as the local liaison between the photographer and the community.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges during production.

• Prior experience as a production assistant, fixer, researcher or coordinator on photography, film or documentary projects.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili; knowledge of Kikuyu is an added advantage.
• Understanding of production workflows, equipment handling and location releases.
• Must be available on short notice.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Professional, resourceful and adaptable.
• Able to build trust with interviewees and stakeholders.
• Exercises discretion when handling sensitive information.

• BA/BSc/HND
• Prior experience as a production assistant, fixer, researcher or coordinator on photography, film or documentary projects.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili; knowledge of Kikuyu is an added advantage.
• Understanding of production workflows, equipment handling and location releases.
• Must be available on short notice.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Professional, resourceful and adaptable.
• Able to build trust with interviewees and stakeholders.
• Exercises discretion when handling sensitive information.