Learning English Multi Media Producer.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

Non-Personal Services Learning English Multi-Media Producer Voice of America English Division Washington DC

1.0 Introduction

The Voice of America’s Learning English Branch has a requirement for a talent vendor (hereinafter referred to as “contractor”) to provide radio, television, Web, mobile, social media, and eLearning products and services as described below. All work shall be performed in accordance with The VOA Journalistic Code and the VOA Charter as well as VOA Learning English writing, production and broadcast standards. For purposes of this Statement of Work (SOW), the work shall be performed on a Fixed-Price-Labor-Hour basis. In addition, the Government will reimburse the Contractor for actual expenses as stated below. The Contractor’s hourly rate shall include overhead (e.g., health insurance), G&A, and profit.

All work shall be performed in accordance with "The VOA Journalistic Code". The contractor must request pre-approval before engaging in outside speaking and writing that might give rise to an actual or perceived violation of the Code.

2.0 Scope of Work

The contractor shall perform the following work at the IBB / Voice of America Headquarters Building (330 Independence Ave., S.W.) unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the Contracting Officer:

(a) Research, write, edit, voice, present on camera, produce, publish, and coordinate the production of VOA Learning English eLearning lessons and other language teaching materials for radio, television, Web, and mobile distribution. Work shall be performed in in VOA Learning English style -- approximately 2/3 normal pace with a simple sentence structure and a limited prescribed vocabulary. Use social media to engage Learning English audiences. Work with Learning English staff and contractors to facilitate the creation of these products and to improve the quality of these products.

(b) Advise Branch management on pedagogical matters related to Learning English products. This shall be accomplished in consultation and in coordination with the VOA Learning English Branch’s chief, product innovation and integration manager, managing editor, features and social media editor, Internet manager, television producer, and other branch staff members, as assigned by the branch chief. Assignments shall be produced using VOA equipment and be suitable for distribution on all VOA broadcast platforms.

(c) As directed by VOA Learning English managers, all work products generated by the contractor shall be accurate and complete, and in compliance with “The VOA Journalistic Code” and the VOA Charter as well as VOA Learning English writing, production, and broadcast standards. All completed work shall be held to the same standards.

Qualifications:

•At least 4 years of experience in writing, editing, producing, voicing and presenting content for video, audio, online and mobile.

•Possess strong experience in all media and practical knowledge in order to write, edit and produce educational reports for publication on multiple platforms.

•Adept at generating exclusive and distinctive content, and be able to think creatively about how to communicate that content to a wide-ranging audience.

•Demonstrated ability to work within a live broadcast environment and experience with digital mobile journalism tools.

•Must possess broad knowledge of International and national issues.

•Applicant must submit exemplary samples of social media engagement, digital journalism including written copy and a broadcast news aircheck.

3.0 Deliverables

Deliverables are submitted within a specified timeframe. This specified time will be arranged by the Contracting Officer Representative.

4.0 Contractor Performance Evaluation Criteria:

The quality and efficiency of the services performed by the Contractor shall be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that the Contractor is meeting the requirements of the Government.

5.0 Approximate number of hours, Holidays and Weekends

VOA is a 24/7 news/program operation and the schedule will vary depending on the need of the Government. During inclement weather, the Contractor is expected to report on time and perform based on the needs of the Government. The contractor may be required to provide service on Federal holidays and weekend work. Schedule and times of performing assignments will be coordinated by the Contracting Officer Representative.

6.0 Building Access/ID Card

Contractor shall enter the main entrance of Cohen Building and report to the Security Manager, and submit a request for a VOA ID card via the Contractor Verification System (CVS). Upon verification and notification of an approved application, the contractor will report to the Security Manager’s officer for issuance of an ID Card. Days and hours of availability daily Monday-Friday. This ID Card must be carried at all times while performing duties and must be used to access Cohen Building

6.2 NOTE: If contractor fails to pass a security background check, the contract will be terminated.

7.0 Award Duration

Two years from date of award to commence on or about August 31, 2015 and no later than September 10, 2015.

8.0 BUSINESS ETHICS AND CONDUCT

The Contractor shall conduct itself with the highest degree of integrity and honesty and during the term of its relationship with the Agency shall maintain a satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics in accordance with the VOA Charter and the VOA Journalistic Code.