15 Arts & Entertainment jobs in Kuwait

We are seeking a talented full-time Photo/Videographer to join our creative team. This role involves capturing stunning photos and videos to enhance our marketing campaigns, social media, and events. You will work closely with our marketing teams to create content that communicates our brand’s voice and vision.

Responsibilities:

1. Take professional photos and videos for marketing, social media, events, and more.
2. Edit and produce high-quality photo and video content for various platforms, including websites, social media, and promotional materials.
3. Collaborate with the marketing and design teams to develop creative concepts and storylines.
4. Ensure all visual content aligns with brand guidelines and communicates our messaging effectively.
5. Manage equipment and stay up-to-date with photography/videography trends and technology.
6. Attend events or shoots as required, including occasional evening or weekend work.

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience as a photographer/videographer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
2. Proficient with professional camera equipment, lighting setups, and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Photoshop, etc.).
3. Excellent understanding of visual composition and storytelling.
4. Creative mindset with attention to detail.
5. Strong organizational and time-management skills, able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
6. Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a team.
7. A passion for photography and videography, staying current with trends and techniques.

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Up to 33 days over 6 months (On a retainer Basis)

Languages Required:

Arabic, English

Expected Duration of Assignment:

Up to 33 days over 6 months (On a retainer Basis)

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UNDP works in some 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and build resilience in order to sustain development results.

Inclusive growth, better services, environmental sustainability, good governance, and security are fundamental to development progress. We offer our expertise in development thinking and practice, and our decades of experience at country level, to support countries to meet their development aspirations and to bring the voices of the world’s peoples into deliberations.

UNDP is working to support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), or Global Goals, as they help shape global sustainable development for the next 15 years.

UNDP has been working in Kuwait since 1962 cooperating with the Government and civil society to realize the country's aspirations for sustainable human development. In view of Kuwait's high human development status, UNDP programming is fully-funded by the state of Kuwait. Programming is designed to support the state of Kuwait to meet its national developmental priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of its communication strategy, UNDP Kuwait aims to document its activities and results through high-quality video content that effectively communicates its impact to a wide range of audiences, including the public, government stakeholders, and international partners. To this end, UNDP Kuwait seeks to engage a professional animator NPSA contract on retainer basis to produce, edit, and finalize animated videos that highlight UNDP’s work in Kuwait. The consultant will work closely with the Communications officer and the team to develop a series of videos covering various thematic areas, including governance, climate action, social inclusion, and youth empowerment.

As such, the selected individual consultant will be responsible for providing the services outlined below:

1. Collaborate and provide creative input with UNDP Kuwait’s team to develop storyboards, scripts, and concepts for each video project.
2. Plan and execute all aspects of animation production, including motion graphics, infographics, and other visual elements.
3. Incorporate sound design, music, voiceovers, and subtitles as necessary to enhance the final product.
4. Provide multiple drafts for review and incorporate feedback from UNDP Kuwait’s team.
5. Deliver final videos in various formats suitable for online platforms and social media.

Expected Outputs and Deliverables

Deliverables/Outputs

Estimation Duration to complete the task

Animated videos (2D): 3 weeks

Infographic/text on screen videos: 2 weeks

After submission of the videos, the consultant will receive comments from the team within 5 working days. It is expected from the consultant to submit edited versions within 5 working days after receiving comments.

The consultant should have professional animation software and related tools necessary for high-quality animation production. All deliverables should be delivered to the UNDP team.

The 2D Animation Production Consultant will report to the UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Kuwait.

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Academic Education:

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design / Multimedia / Animation or any other related field.

Min. years of relevant Work experience:

• At least 4 years of experience in 2D animation with a strong portfolio.

Required skills and competencies:

• Experience in animation design, motion graphics, infographics, and all phases of animation production.
• Animation portfolio of at least 5 videos.
• Experience in creating content for social media and knowledge of best practices for video distribution online.
• Experience in development-related fields is an asset.
• Experience with International Organizations/UN is an asset.

Desired additional skills and competencies:

• Ability to work with tight deadlines amending the drafts based on the team’s feedback.
• Having a flexible schedule.
• Good communication skills including proficiency in English.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and creativity skills.

Required Language(s) (at working level):

Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills in both Arabic & English are required.

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Overview

Valiant Integrated Services is seeking skilled Linguists to provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services in support of ongoing and new U.S. operations and mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation in Urdu into English
• Translate various syntax and expressions to include colloquial and slang phrases from English to Urdu and vice versa
• Work and travel in austere environments
• Provide advice on cultural and ethnic significance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents
• Accurately scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents
• Other related tasks as assigned

Position Requirements

• Must have a proficiency in Urdu and English speaking and writing Level 3/3 of ILR - Native proficiency preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Urdu culture with previous work in the region - Native familiarity preferred
• Experience interpreting and translating Urdu into English
• Ability to understand the essentials of all speech in standard dialect and vocabulary rarely requiring paraphrasing or explanation
• Familiarity with local culture and customs with the ability to operate within the local populace
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Clearance Required: Secret

Additional Requirements

• Required Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) - The selected candidate must be in possession of the necessary level of PSC as specified in the job descriptions or eligible to qualify for same.
• Fit for Duty - The selected candidate must undergo an extensive medical examination to be certified medically fit for duty in the work assignment location. The candidate must also undergo a dental examination to ensure no imminent dental issues, and must be vaccinated according to immunizations for the Area of Operation or be able to receive required immunizations prior to deployment.
• Must have sufficient unaided hearing to perform duties safely, hear alarms unaided, and hear instructions without lip reading. If not, SPRINT or equivalent testing is required with an approved waiver per CENTCOM MOD 17, Section 15, TAB A.
• Must be able to work under stressful circumstances and meet short suspense dates.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Must be free of medical restrictions that prevent the performance of required duties or the wearing of PPE.
• Must be physically capable of working in extreme temperatures, low humidity, rain and blowing sand and dust.
• May be required to work irregular hours, extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Employees shall utilize proper lifting procedures for all lifting tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to stand, stoop, crawl and climb as necessary to perform job functions with proper PPE.

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Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

NOTICE: Valiant Integrated Services NEVER asks job applicants to issue any payment or service fees to Valiant or its recruiters as part of our application process. Before providing any personal information to outside parties, verify that the job you are applying for appears on our Careers site.

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Art Director

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team on a creative audit to enhance innovation and unify the company's brand understanding.
• Create conceptual designs for marketing campaigns using software like Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Coordinate with clients to meet their needs.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the design team.
• Deliver creative executions that positively impact clients' businesses.
• Establish project timeframes and collaborate with departments to meet deadlines.
• Present design concepts to clients for approval.

Requirements

• BS degree.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute multiple ideas quickly.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Strong leadership skills in managing creative teams.
• Creative vision aligned with business objectives.
• Experience in broadcast and video production is a plus.

Work Conditions & Benefits

• Full-time position.
• One day off per week.
• Remote work environment.
• Attractive salary.
• Positive work environment.

Additional Information

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote
• Application form includes fields for Name, Email, Phone Number, and Upload CV/Resume (.pdf, .doc, .docx)
• By submitting, you agree to the data storage and handling policy.

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Art Director

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team on a creative audit to enhance innovation and unify the company's brand understanding.
• Create conceptual designs for marketing campaigns using software like Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Coordinate with clients to meet their needs.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the design team.
• Deliver creative executions that positively impact clients' businesses.
• Establish project timeframes and collaborate with departments to meet deadlines.
• Present design concepts to clients for approval.

Requirements

• BS degree.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute multiple ideas quickly.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Strong leadership skills in managing creative teams.
• Creative vision aligned with business objectives.
• Experience in broadcast and video production is a plus.

Work Conditions & Benefits

• Full-time position.
• One day off per week.
• Remote work environment.
• Attractive salary.
• Positive work environment.

Additional Information

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote
• Application form includes fields for Name, Email, Phone Number, and Upload CV/Resume (.pdf, .doc, .docx)
• By submitting, you agree to the data storage and handling policy.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Art Director

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team on a creative audit to enhance innovation and unify the company's brand understanding.
• Create conceptual designs for marketing campaigns using software like Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Coordinate with clients to meet their needs.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the design team.
• Deliver creative executions that positively impact clients' businesses.
• Establish project timeframes and collaborate with departments to meet deadlines.
• Present design concepts to clients for approval.

Requirements

• BS degree.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute multiple ideas quickly.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Strong leadership skills in managing creative teams.
• Creative vision aligned with business objectives.
• Experience in broadcast and video production is a plus.

Work Conditions & Benefits

• Full-time position.
• One day off per week.
• Remote work environment.
• Attractive salary.
• Positive work environment.

Additional Information

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote
• Application form includes fields for Name, Email, Phone Number, and Upload CV/Resume (.pdf, .doc, .docx)
• By submitting, you agree to the data storage and handling policy.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking a talented full-time

Photo/Videographer

to join our creative team. This role involves capturing stunning photos and videos to enhance our marketing campaigns, social media, and events. You will work closely with our marketing teams to create content that communicates our brand’s voice and vision. Responsibilities: Take professional photos and videos for marketing, social media, events, and more. Edit and produce high-quality photo and video content for various platforms, including websites, social media, and promotional materials. Collaborate with the marketing and design teams to develop creative concepts and storylines. Ensure all visual content aligns with brand guidelines and communicates our messaging effectively. Manage equipment and stay up-to-date with photography/videography trends and technology. Attend events or shoots as required, including occasional evening or weekend work. Qualifications: Proven experience as a photographer/videographer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work. Proficient with professional camera equipment, lighting setups, and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Photoshop, etc.). Excellent understanding of visual composition and storytelling. Creative mindset with attention to detail. Strong organizational and time-management skills, able to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a team. A passion for photography and videography, staying current with trends and techniques.

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Up to 33 days over 6 months (On a retainer Basis) Languages Required:

Arabic, English Expected Duration of Assignment:

Up to 33 days over 6 months (On a retainer Basis) UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background

UNDP works in some 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and build resilience in order to sustain development results. Inclusive growth, better services, environmental sustainability, good governance, and security are fundamental to development progress. We offer our expertise in development thinking and practice, and our decades of experience at country level, to support countries to meet their development aspirations and to bring the voices of the world’s peoples into deliberations. UNDP is working to support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), or Global Goals, as they help shape global sustainable development for the next 15 years. UNDP has been working in Kuwait since 1962 cooperating with the Government and civil society to realize the country's aspirations for sustainable human development. In view of Kuwait's high human development status, UNDP programming is fully-funded by the state of Kuwait. Programming is designed to support the state of Kuwait to meet its national developmental priorities. Duties and Responsibilities

As part of its communication strategy, UNDP Kuwait aims to document its activities and results through high-quality video content that effectively communicates its impact to a wide range of audiences, including the public, government stakeholders, and international partners. To this end, UNDP Kuwait seeks to engage a professional animator NPSA contract on retainer basis to produce, edit, and finalize animated videos that highlight UNDP’s work in Kuwait. The consultant will work closely with the Communications officer and the team to develop a series of videos covering various thematic areas, including governance, climate action, social inclusion, and youth empowerment. As such, the selected individual consultant will be responsible for providing the services outlined below: Collaborate and provide creative input with UNDP Kuwait’s team to develop storyboards, scripts, and concepts for each video project. Plan and execute all aspects of animation production, including motion graphics, infographics, and other visual elements. Incorporate sound design, music, voiceovers, and subtitles as necessary to enhance the final product. Provide multiple drafts for review and incorporate feedback from UNDP Kuwait’s team. Deliver final videos in various formats suitable for online platforms and social media. Expected Outputs and Deliverables Deliverables/Outputs Estimation Duration to complete the task Animated videos (2D): 3 weeks Infographic/text on screen videos: 2 weeks After submission of the videos, the consultant will receive comments from the team within 5 working days. It is expected from the consultant to submit edited versions within 5 working days after receiving comments. The consultant should have professional animation software and related tools necessary for high-quality animation production. All deliverables should be delivered to the UNDP team. The 2D Animation Production Consultant will report to the UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Kuwait. Required Skills and Experience

Min. Academic Education: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design / Multimedia / Animation or any other related field. Min. years of relevant Work experience: At least 4 years of experience in 2D animation with a strong portfolio. Required skills and competencies: Experience in animation design, motion graphics, infographics, and all phases of animation production. Animation portfolio of at least 5 videos. Experience in creating content for social media and knowledge of best practices for video distribution online. Experience in development-related fields is an asset. Experience with International Organizations/UN is an asset. Desired additional skills and competencies: Ability to work with tight deadlines amending the drafts based on the team’s feedback. Having a flexible schedule. Good communication skills including proficiency in English. Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks. Strong organizational, coordination, and creativity skills. Required Language(s) (at working level): Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills in both Arabic & English are required.

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Art Director

Responsibilities Collaborate with the team on a creative audit to enhance innovation and unify the company's brand understanding. Create conceptual designs for marketing campaigns using software like Photoshop or Illustrator. Coordinate with clients to meet their needs. Lead, motivate, and develop the design team. Deliver creative executions that positively impact clients' businesses. Establish project timeframes and collaborate with departments to meet deadlines. Present design concepts to clients for approval. Requirements BS degree. At least 3 years of experience. Ability to conceptualize and execute multiple ideas quickly. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software. Strong leadership skills in managing creative teams. Creative vision aligned with business objectives. Experience in broadcast and video production is a plus. Work Conditions & Benefits Full-time position. One day off per week. Remote work environment. Attractive salary. Positive work environment. Additional Information Job Type: Full-time Location: Remote Application form includes fields for Name, Email, Phone Number, and Upload CV/Resume (.pdf, .doc, .docx) By submitting, you agree to the data storage and handling policy.

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