Talent

We are looking for highly skilled, passionate and innovative people to help us deliver quality, impactful solutions.

Requirements

  • You must have attained the age of 18 years.
  • You must be a native speaker of an African language.
  • You must have proof of experience in the relevant field.
  • You must adhere to our Content Guidelines in connection to the deliverable.

Specific Requirements

Translators

Required:

  • Certified translator (e.g. NITI, EATIA, ATA or equivalent in your country/language pair).
  • Native-level fluency in target language.
  • Proven track record or portfolio of previous translations.

Optional but valued:

  • Specialisation in relevant domain (e.g. educational, legal medical).
  • Degree in translation or linguistics.

Editors/Proofreaders

Required:

  • Demonstrated editing experience (portfolio or references).
  • Native fluency in the language they’re editing.
  • Strong grammar and style knowledge.

Optional but valued:

  • Degree in language, literature or communications.
  • Editing certification (e.g. CIEP, Editors Canada etc.).

Writers

Required:

  • Portfolio of written work (published or unpublished).
  • Ability to write for different audiences and tones.

Optional but valued:

  • Background in creative writing, journalism or media.
  • Experience writing in or about African or Indigenous languages/cultures.

Voice Talent

Required:

  • Demo reel or portfolio of previous recordings.
  • Fluency and clear diction in the target language.
  • Reliable recording setup as a general rule (in some cases, we might require willingness to travel to a studio instead)

Optional but valued:

  • Acting or performance training.
  • Previous work in voiceover, radio or stage.

Graphic Design

Required:

  • Portfolio of design or illustration work.
  • Ability to adapt to the visual style requested.

Optional but valued:

  • Training or degree in fine arts/design.
  • Experience working on culturally relevant projects.

Video/Audio Editors

Required:

  • Examples of previous work (video reels, podcast samples etc.)
  • Proficiency in editing software.

Optional but valued:

  • Formal training or degree in media production.
  • Experience editing promotional content.

View all talent roles here and submit your Expression of Interest. More information e.g. compensation will be given if you receive further communications from us.