Broadcasting Documentary on Local TV stations

Project information

Search is implementing a project that aims at supporting current and former inmates to engage in rehabilitation programs so that they can better reintegrate into society. Of the several goals and objectives, Search aims to "shift community attitudes towards supporting the reintegration of ex-inmates" by transforming perceptions on former inmates. Former inmates are often a marginalised and stigmatised group of people that are usually devalued, discredited, and continually suffer from social exclusion. They have limited access to important life domains leading to discrimination that directly affects their social status, psychological well-being, and physical health. To contribute to this objective, Search produced a 25-minute documentary film called Second Wind (سطر جديد).

The documentary film emphasises the importance of prison-based rehabilitation programmes to address stigma and provide former inmates with a second chance so that they can reintegrate and be constructive members of society. The film follows the lives of several former inmates as they journey through their non-custodial rehabilitation and gradually reintegrate back into society. The ultimate goal is to introduce the viewers to the inner thoughts and struggles of former inmates and the challenges they face when attempting to move away from unlawful activity. The documentary sheds light on the former inmates' experiences inside prisons with regards to the Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners and informs the viewers of the Lebanese prison system which disregards rehabilitation. It will also interpret inmates' needs to engage in rehabilitation programmes and yearn for a second chance upon release. Viewers are afforded a unique inside view into the thought process of former inmates as they are being released and preparing to re-enter society. The characters share their dreams, ambitions, and struggles they have overcome when moving away from their past life of unlawful activity and trauma.

 

Purpose of Assignment:

Search is seeking a national broadcasting television (TV) station to broadcast the short documentary film for the period between May 2021 and October 2021.

 

Scope of Work:

In collaboration with the Media and Communications Manager and the Project team, the broadcasting agency (TV Station) will be required to implement the following:

  1. Broadcast the 45 seconds documentary film teaser (Second Wind سطر جديد) during the period May - October 2021 (a week before releasing the documentary) for one time a day. The date will be agreed upon as per the availability of the TV station.
  2. Broadcast the 25 minutes documentary film (Second Wind سطر جديد) during the period May - October 2021 for one time. The date will be agreed upon as per the availability of the TV station. However, the preferable airing time is during the prime time i.e., 7:30 P.M. with no ads or cuts if the station requires it, then Search must pre-approve which advertisement will be shown and the advertisement breaks should be limited to one.
  3. Provide Search with the airtimes/timetable of when the documentary will be broadcasted
  4. Broadcast the Promotional Materials (teaser, part of the documentary) on its channel, social media, website, and any other available platform after broadcasting the documentary film.
  5. Provide Search with a report detailing the number of viewers per item, as well as, reach on social media platforms.
  6. Support in obtaining authorization for screening from the authorities when needed.

 

Requirement:

  • The chosen broadcasting agency must be a local TV station with a relatively high reach within the local population;
  • The TV station must not to be overly politicized;
  • The TV station must adhere to the scope of work detailed above.

How to apply

Search is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and internship, consultancies, and solicitation applications will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

To apply, interested TV Stations are requested to submit the following documents to the below link:

https://jobs.lever.co/sfcg/e042eea6-270a-4b6e-a4b2-765da1787240

  • A price quotation for airing the documentary and promotional materials (not more than one page);
  • Brief technical proposal (not more than two pages) highlighting;
    • Proposed time slot for airing the documentary;
    • Viewership, reach and coverage of the TV station;
    • Experience doing similar work
  • Annexes (to be uploaded in one pdf document to "Company Profile"):
    • Registration and ownership documents for the TV station;
    • CVs of a producer and one other media staff responsible for aiarting the documentary

To assure an equal bidding process, only agencies who submit a complete application will be considered. Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.

منتهية الصلاحية
آخر مدة للتقديم
الجمعة, 30. أبريل 2021
نوع الدعوة
دعوة لتقديم مقترحات
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