Application Guide
How to Apply for Video and Multimedia Production intern
at ESCAP - Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
🏢 About ESCAP - Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
ESCAP is the UN's regional development arm for Asia and the Pacific, working on critical issues like sustainable development, climate action, and economic cooperation. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute multimedia content that directly supports capacity-building and knowledge-sharing across 53 member states, making your work part of global development efforts.
About This Role
This remote internship involves producing and editing multimedia content (videos, motion graphics) for ESCAP's learning materials and communications, with a strong focus on applying accessibility standards and organizing files on SharePoint. Your work will directly enhance how ESCAP delivers training and information to stakeholders across Asia-Pacific, making complex topics more engaging and accessible.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve editing a video script for an ESCAP training module, applying motion graphics to enhance visual appeal, and running accessibility checks to ensure compliance. You'd then optimize the files for the Learning Management System, organize them on SharePoint, and document the production steps for future reference, all while collaborating remotely with the team.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who ESCAP - Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Is Looking For
- A graduate student or recent graduate in multimedia production, film, communications, or a related field, with coursework or projects demonstrating video editing and motion graphics skills.
- Proficient in multimedia software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar) and MS Office, with experience optimizing files for web or learning management systems.
- Detail-oriented with an understanding of accessibility guidelines (e.g., WCAG) for multimedia, ensuring content is inclusive for diverse audiences.
- Organized and able to manage version control and file storage on platforms like SharePoint, with strong written English for documenting processes.
📝 Tips for Applying to ESCAP - Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Highlight specific multimedia projects in your resume (e.g., school assignments, freelance work) that show video editing, motion graphics, or script/storyboard assistance, linking them to ESCAP's focus on learning materials.
Mention any experience with accessibility checks in multimedia (e.g., adding captions, audio descriptions) or working with Learning Management Systems (LMS), as this is a core responsibility.
Tailor your application to ESCAP's mission by referencing their work in Asia-Pacific development (e.g., sustainable development goals) and how multimedia can support it.
Demonstrate remote work readiness by describing past experiences with collaborative tools like SharePoint or similar platforms for file management.
Include a portfolio link or samples (if possible) showcasing videos, animations, or visual assets you've produced, emphasizing projects related to education, communications, or social impact.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Explain why you're passionate about using multimedia for development work, referencing ESCAP's focus on Asia-Pacific issues like sustainability or economic cooperation.", 'Detail your technical skills in multimedia production (e.g., software proficiency) and experience with quality/accessibility standards, giving concrete examples from past projects.', 'Describe your organizational abilities, such as managing files on shared platforms or documenting processes, to show you can handle the administrative aspects of the role.', 'Connect your academic background (e.g., degree in a related field) to the internship, highlighting relevant coursework or research that aligns with producing learning materials.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore ESCAP's multimedia content on their website or YouTube channel to understand their style and focus areas (e.g., sustainable development, disaster risk reduction).
- → Review ESCAP's recent publications or initiatives, such as their work on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in Asia-Pacific, to tailor your application to their priorities.
- → Look into the UN's accessibility standards for multimedia (e.g., UN Disability Inclusion Strategy) to demonstrate awareness of their guidelines.
- → Familiarize yourself with common Learning Management Systems used in UN contexts (e.g., Moodle) and how multimedia is integrated, as mentioned in the job description.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic application without mentioning ESCAP's mission or how multimedia supports development work in Asia-Pacific.
- Failing to provide specific examples of multimedia production experience, especially related to editing, motion graphics, or accessibility checks.
- Overlooking the organizational aspects of the role, such as file management on SharePoint or documentation, in favor of only creative skills.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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