Calls and Vacancies

Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Dialogue Southeast Europe  and Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Prishtina, invite skilled multimedia professionals to apply and work with us to produce the podcast EcoEcho. This podcast continues our work on socio-ecological transformation in Southeast Europe and inclusive energy transition. After running several episodes in Kosovo under the same title, we seek to expand the -series  and if suitable, covering wider Southeast Europe constructively and holistically. We invite experienced individuals or teams to submit their offers for consideration.

The podcast will be produced as audio-only, and we aim to stream it not only digitally but also through radio to make it accessible to a wide audience; therefore, we give preference to offers that indicate the possibility of radio hosting for the podcast episodes that will be produced.

With these episodes, we wish to:

• Create engaging and informative content that reflects the vision of inclusive energy transition and socio-ecological transformation
• Increase awareness and engagement within the SEE communities and beyond
• Provide a platform for voices and stories in the region, with experiences and expertise that the communities can relate to

From our producer(s), we expect:

• Production of 3 to 4 episodes, a minimum of 40 minutes in length per episode, but no longer than 60 minutes, with approximately one episode per month from September 2024
• Production of episodes in -a local language except when the topic has a wider regional context in which case, production will be in English language
• Hosting the podcast episodes across a variety of digital platforms and radio
• High-quality audio production and editing
• Producing promotional materials for each episode in the form of short videos or episode outtakes
• Assistance with distribution and promotion strategies
• Experience in journalism and energy journalism is not mandatory but is preferable

Within your proposal, please include:

• Your CV or team portfolio
• Examples of previous relevant work
• Technical proposal outlining your approach to producing the episodes, including methods, platforms, and processes
• Financial proposal including all costs related to the production of the podcast episodes

Please submit your proposal no later than Friday, August 30th, 2024, to info.soe@fes.de and selma.sehovic@fes.de.

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Relevant experience and portfolio quality
• Creativity and technical approach
• understanding of the topic and our objectives outlined in the technical proposal of your offer
• Cost-effectiveness of the financial proposal
• Ability to meet deadlines and project requirements

For any questions or further information, please get in touch with us at info.soe@fes.de or selma.sehovic@fes.de

This podcast is a product of Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), and all content, including opinions, ideas, and commentary, is the intellectual property of Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. The views expressed within this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the FES. Using our content, trademarks, or branding without express permission is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved.

Download the full text of the open call here.