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Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University's Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakis… read moretan and East Africa. Our Vision of Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is to be the premier, tertiary, teaching and referral health care facility in sub-Saharan Africa. ​For over fifty years, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH) has been taking care of families in East Africa. As a private, not-for-profit hospital, we strive to provide access to quality healthcare to all who need it. At AKUH, patients are our first priority. Our team of medical professionals, faculty and staff are here to provide you and your loved ones with the highest standards of healthcare. We are committed to working together to ensure that you and your family receive outstanding medical services, first-rate facilities and compassionate care. The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi has set the standard for comprehensive healthcare and modern medical education in East Africa. Our dedicated staff, advanced facilities and state-of-the-art technologies have earned the hospital great reputation as a leading medical institution and teaching hospital in the region, and beyond. Patients benefit from our unique team-based approach to car​e, which enables you to benefit from the diverse expertise of our entire team of medical professionals. As the teaching hospital for Aga Khan University’s Medical College and School of Nursing and Midwifery, we practice an evidence-based approach to medicine, driven by the cutting-edge research conducted by our experienced faculty members. Our approach to care is guided by our core principles of Quality, Access, Impact and Relevance.​
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
Lead all stages of video creation, including concept development, storyboarding, professional camera operation (lighting/audio), and post-production editing.
Translate complex institutional milestones and human-interest stories into engaging short-form and long-form visual narratives for local and global audiences.
Support and contribute to the department’s annual video production plan aligned with the organization’s priorities.
Curate and maintain the organization’s digital library, ensuring all raw and finished assets are catalogued for easy retrieval and future use.
Create audience-focused video content that aligns with current trends while maintaining the University’s brand integrity.
Provide technical guidance and creative direction to entity communicators to elevate the overall quality of digital content across the organization.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in film production, Digital Media, Journalism, Communications, or related field from a recognized university.
3-5 years of proven experience in professional video production, including advanced camera operation and lighting.
High proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, with expert-level skills in Premiere Pro. Knowledge of After Effects is an added advantage.
A strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating a range of video projects and styles, creative framing and video editing.
Deep familiarity with professional DSLR/Mirrorless- or camera systems, audio recording hardware and gimbal stabilization.
Experience working in complex environments (such as academia or NGOs) where you can navigate diverse stakeholder needs while maintaining a creative edge.
Strong scriptwriting and storyboarding skills to complement your visual work.
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