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| Project Name | Protecting and Connecting Thailand’s Forest Landscapes: Unique Opportunities – Diverse Tools (Forest Forward) |
| Project Locations | WWF Thailand Operating Landscape in Dawna-Tenasserim Landscape (DTL)Thap Lan National Park within Dong-Phayayen World Heritage Site (DPKY)Songkhram River Watershed (SRW) |
| Project Reference Number(s) | 40010055-410088 |
The Forest Forward aims to conserve and enhance the connectivity and integrity of key forest landscapes in Thailand, including the Dawna-Tenasserim Landscape (Mae Ping National Park and Kaeng Krung National Park), Thap Lan National Park within the Dong Phayayen World Heritage Site, and the Songkhram River Watershed. It supports Thailand’s conservation targets by securing critical forests and related ecosystems through effective management, protection, and restoration.
A defining feature of the project is the fully engaging government with strong involvement of local communities in biodiversity conservation efforts through secure wildlife habitat corridor and the promotion of sustainable and alternative livelihoods. The central themes include innovation, landscape connectivity, and flagship species conservation.
Technological tools such as unmanned aerial vehicles will be employed for monitoring, surveillance, and potentially reforestation. Another key focus is the conservation of priority species, including tigers, elephants, Mekong Giant Catfish, and Siamese rosewood.
In the long term, the project will conserve biodiversity by protecting and restoring critical habitats essential for the survival of key species. It also aims to improve community well-being through sustainable resource management and livelihood enhancement.
Aligned with both national and global conservation priorities and contributing to the 30 by 30, Sustainable Development Goals, the “Protecting and Connecting Thailand’s Forest Landscapes” and Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measure (OECM) program highlights the urgent need to address habitat fragmentation and biodiversity loss. With advanced technologies and strong community engagement, it strengthens ecosystem connectivity and amplifies the message to decision-makers and potential funders about the importance of realizing Thailand’s conservation vision.
Ultimately, this project represents a vital step toward achieving national and international conservation objectives, delivering shared benefits to both biodiversity and local communities.
Summary and scope of work
We are seeking an experienced production company with strong capabilities in video production, including high-resolution video, interview, photography on the ground and bird eye’s view, and editing.
Scope of work
1. Pre-Production Planning:
- Collaborate with WWF Thailand team to develop the concept or creative directions for the video based on WWF’s brief.
- Develop an outline, storyboard, script, and shooting schedule for the video.
2. Production:
- Film and capture high-resolution footage and photography in the designated project locations, effectively narrating the project’s significant stories across all four sites.
- Conduct interviews with key stakeholders, including partners, local communities, government agency representatives, and WWF representatives.
- Coordinate with WWF on interviewee availability and obtain necessary consents.
3. Post-Production:
- Edit and assemble captured materials into a final documentary video of 3–5 minutes, with optional versions of 1 minute and 3 minutes for social media.
- Add Thai and English subtitles (separate versions)
- Include appropriate music, voiceovers, graphics, and WWF branding per WWF communication guidelines.
- Revise and finalize the video based on WWF feedback
Dates
December 2025 to Jul 2026
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven experience with portfolio in producing short VDOs
- Proficiency in operating relevant kit (for both stills and video, including audio for interviews and soundbites)
- Experience working in challenging and remote locations
- Strong portfolio demonstrating track record of delivering high quality content
- Familiarity with conservation and environmental issues 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
- Ability to craft a narrative that resonates with target audiences, using storytelling to convey the significance of the project.
- Strong skills in high-resolution videography, photography, editing, and post-production, with experience in creating impactful visuals and integrating elements like music, voiceovers, and subtitles.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with WWF’s communications and project team members, ensuring smooth planning, capturing, and production aligned with the project timeline.
Deliverables [remove / add / elaborate as see fit]
- Storyline and Production Plan – approved concept, storyboard, script, and detailed shooting plan for the Forest Forward video series.
- Five (5) Main Videos – High-resolution short documentaries (3–5 minutes each) in Thai, with separate Thai and English subtitle versions:
1. Overall, Forest Forward Video
2. Mae Ping Corridor
3. Kaeng Krung National Park
4. Thap Lan National Park
5. Songkhram River Watershed - Photography Package – at least
- 10 key landscape images per site
- 10 key images of WWF staff and partners in action
- Photo Shooting at least 10 main images of the landscape, 10 main images of WWF staff
- Shooting days: approximately 10 days in total at Mae Ping National Park (Tak province), Kaeng Krung National Park (Surat Thani Province), Thap Lan National Park (Nakhon Ratchasima and Prachin Buri Province), and the Songkhram River Watershed (Nakhon Phanom Province). (Start from February 2026)
What image/footage we are looking for: [remove / add / elaborate as see fit]
- The landscape (wide and close ups)
- B-roll and photos of staff on site
Payment/Compensation
Payments will be made in installments, with a portion to be paid upon commencement and the remainder upon successful delivery of all required outputs.
Institutional Arrangement
The consultant will report to the WWF Thailand communications team and collaborate closely with the Forest Forward project’s manager and team members.
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 Credential
- Portfolio showcasing previous relevant work.
- Proposed budget, including daily rate, editing expenses and other related expenses
WWF Support
Please submit your quotation and required documents 24 November 2025 to natnichap@wwf.or.th, yadaw@wwf.or.th and Cc. procurement@wwf.or.th The subject line of the email must be marked with title ” Production Team for WWF- Forest Forward Video”
The selection will be made based on the evaluation criteria, and the chosen consultant will be notified by 1 December 2025.
