Specialist, Multimedia, Office of Strategic Communications at Aga Khan University Hospital
Specialist, Multimedia
Department: Strategic Communications
Entity: Aga Khan University
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction
Chartered in 1983, http://www.aku.edu/ (AKU) is a private, autonomous, and self-governing international university, with 13 teaching sites in six countries over three continents. An integral part of the http://www.akdn.org/, AKU provides higher education in multiple health science and social science disciplines, carries out research pertinent primarily to low- and middle-income countries and operates seven hospitals (soon eight) and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards. It has almost 2,500 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As a leading international institution dedicated to excellence and change, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact, and access.
The Office of Strategic Communications promotes and protects Aga Khan University’s reputation for excellence. Our team, based in Karachi and Nairobi, works with academic and administrative units across our campuses to tell AKU’s story to a wide range of audiences around the world. We manage the University’s website and the staff portal, five global and over 40 entity channels with over one million followers, the use of the AKU brand and logo, and offers an array of communications support and training to aspiring communicators across the University.
Job Summary
Are you a rising creative talent ready to take your visual storytelling to the next level? Aga Khan University (AKU) is seeking a Multimedia Specialist to join our team in Kenya. This is a high impact, hands-on role designed for a storyteller who doesn’t just manage content but crafts it – someone who can identify a powerful narrative, capture it with cinematic flair, and piece it together into a compelling digital experience.
As the Multimedia Specialist, you will be the primary engine for our visual content. You will be responsible for the end-to-end production of high-quality video and photo assets that amplify AKU’s impact, supporting our global communications strategy and social development initiatives.
Responsibilities
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Lead all stages of video creation, including concept development, storyboarding, professional camera operation (lighting/audio), and post-production editing.
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Translate complex institutional milestones and human-interest stories into engaging short-form and long-form visual narratives for local and global audiences.
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Support and contribute to the department’s annual video production plan aligned with the organization’s priorities.
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Curate and maintain the organization’s digital library, ensuring all raw and finished assets are catalogued for easy retrieval and future use.
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Create audience-focused video content that aligns with current trends while maintaining the University’s brand integrity.
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Provide technical guidance and creative direction to entity communicators to elevate the overall quality of digital content across the organization.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in film production, Digital Media, Journalism, Communications, or related field from a recognized university.
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3-5 years of proven experience in professional video production, including advanced camera operation and lighting.
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High proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, with expert-level skills in Premiere Pro. Knowledge of After Effects is an added advantage.
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A strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating a range of video projects and styles, creative framing and video editing.
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Deep familiarity with professional DSLR/Mirrorless- or camera systems, audio recording hardware and gimbal stabilization.
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Experience working in complex environments (such as academia or NGOs) where you can navigate diverse stakeholder needs while maintaining a creative edge.
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Strong scriptwriting and storyboarding skills to complement your visual work.
Why Join AKU?
AKU is a place where your creativity will have a meaningful impact. You will be part of a supportive team that values innovation and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects that make a difference in education and healthcare across the globe.
How to Apply;
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, including your CV and a link to your portfolio. Show us your best work and let us see how your creativity can advance AKU’s mission.
