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| Project Name | Forest Forward project |
| Project Locations | Tak, Nakorn Phanom Thailand |
| Project Reference Number(s) |
WWF-Thailand is thrilled to share this exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated photographer & videographer to travel to Tak and Nakorn Phanom Thailand, to gather photo / video assets that will be critical to supporting conservation efforts. The individual should be based in Thailand and speak Thai as well as be able to communicate in English.
Summary and scope of work
We are seeking a seasoned and experienced photographer/videographer to support the Forest Forward project in Tak and Nakorn Phanom, Thailand, in capturing high resolution photographs and/or videos that will be used by WWF to develop valuable materials for communications, advocacy and fundraising.
About WWF Thailand
WWF is one of the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organisations, with over 5 million supporters and a global network active in nearly 100 countries. WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the Earth’s natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by conserving the world’s biological diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption. WWF has had a presence in Thailand since 1995. WWF Thailand works with government, civil society, and private sector partners to address the threats.
WWF Thailand Forest Forward Landscapes
The project focuses on three geographical and environmentally significant areas of importance:
- Dawna-Tenasserim Landscape : Mae Ping Corridor and Kaeng Krung National Park
- Dong-Phayayen World Heritage Site : Thaplan National Park
- Lower Songkhram River Basin.
Thailand’s Dawna-Tenasserim Landscape (DTL), a rolling mountain expanse stretching 500 miles along the Thailand-Myanmar border, hosts the largest system of protected areas in the Mekong Basin and features two World Heritage Sites. Conserving remarkable diversity across its north-south axis, it resembles the semi tropical evergreen and deciduous forests of old, sheltering species largely gone from the region, including hornbills, a diversity of primates, gaur, Malayan tapir, and seven species of wild cats, including approximately 170 tigers – 85% of the nation’s total. WWF-Thailand has worked extensively in the landscape for more than a decade; the DTL is among the WWF Network’s highest priority ecosystems.
These areas had been selected because they bear a high degree of biological diversity, are environmentally significant, and require conservation measures.
In addition to professional skills in photography and videography, the ideal candidate needs to have a demonstrated track record in capturing compelling content, developing impactful materials that can be used across different platforms and target audiences. Familiarity with conservation, environmental, or sustainable development issues, especially in responsible forest management is highly desirable.
Dates
- Shooting: June 2025
- Delivery for raw footage: not later than 15 July 2025
- For photographer / videographer:
Required skills and experience
- Proven experience in environmental and community photography and videography.
- Experience working in challenging and remote locations.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating track record of delivering high quality visual content.
- Familiarity with conservation and environmental issues is an advantage.
- Experience working with Indigenous Peoples and/or local communities is an advantage.
- Experience with using drones andownership of a drone is a strong advantage.
- The successful candidate should have their own equipment and appropriate insurance.
- The consultant will adhere to WWF’s Photography & Caption Delivery Guidelines.
Functional competencies
- Exceptional ability to tell powerful stories through visual media.
- Attention to detail and creativity in capturing unique perspectives.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with WWF teams.
Deliverables
- At least 30 high resolution images with detailed captions and metadata (including names, age, location, description of what is in the image, and any relevant quotes).
- At least 30 high resolution VDO footage featuring footage of the landscape, communities livelihood and the wetland. These VDO will be used to edit with other WWF VDO.
- Formats:
Final film in 16×9 (horizontal)
Social media
IG stories/reels (vertical) - All raw materials.
Note: The final products must comply with WWF’s video requirement, following WWF’s brand guidelines: https://wwfbrand.panda.org/our-assets/. The is required to secure the Consent Form for Photography, Film, and Interviews, as well as the Crowd Release Notice, using WWF’s templates as appropriate.
All photos and raw footage to be delivered to WWF-Thailand on a hard drive that is to be provided by the consultant. All photos are to be handed over no more than two weeks after each of the shoots. Photos to be also uploaded on a photo base site by the consultant with link shared to WWF-Greater Mekong and WWF-Thailand team to download the photos and reshare with identified partners.
The footage we are looking for:
- The landscape (wides and close ups).
- Communities (daily lives, interactions with the forest and marine ecosystem, cultural/traditional practices if appropriate).
- Exploitation/destruction of the area.
- WWF staff on site.
2. General requirements
Payment/Compensation
The total budget for this project is not over 65,000 THB including transportation to the locations. Payments will be made in installments, with a portion to be paid upon commencement and the remainder upon successful delivery of all required outputs.
Evaluation Method/Criteria
Consultants will be evaluated based on:
- Relevant experience and portfolio.
- Proposed approach and methodology.
- Cost-effectiveness.
Documentation Required
Interested consultants must submit:
- Updated CV.
- Portfolio showcasing previous relevant work.
- Proposed budget, including daily rate and editing expenses.
WWF Support
WWF-Thailand will provide logistical coordination. Additionally, the project teams will collaborate with the consultant to ensure the successful execution of the images and VDO.
Interested consultants are invited to submit their proposals by 15 June 2025. The selection will be made based on the evaluation criteria, and the chosen consultant will be notified by 20 June 2025.
The following WWF staff will provide necessary information and support to the consultant(s):
- Natnicha Petsakul – Communications Officer – WWF-Thailand – natnichap@wwf.or.th
