Nigeria – Storytelling – Shot List

Taking photos in the field is crucial because it allows us to capture the real impact of our work and the everyday stories of the communities we serve. These images help us communicate the effectiveness of our programs, highlight success stories, and provide an authentic view of how interventions are making a difference. Additionally, these visual narratives engage donors, partners, and other stakeholders by offering a behind-the-scenes look at our efforts, reinforcing transparency and trust in our mission.

• Crucial: Ensure you have secured consent for images of people you intend to submit, especially children.
• Prioritization: Focus on human interest, demonstrating joy, curiosity, human interactions and participation.
• Photography Style: Documentary

Types of Shots

• A crash course for types of shots here

Establishing shots:

All

• Panoramic views of Nigerian communities where the programs are implemented, showcasing local landscapes and daily life.​
• Exterior shots of healthcare facilities and schools involved in the programs
• 2 minutes of b-roll

MMS

• One wide shot of the community dwelling, (and outside signage), healthcare facilities or event setup
• Two close-ups of behavior change communication (BCC) materials and treatment administration supplies (awareness posters, drugs or equipment)
• Two candid shots of associated staff and/or health workers preparing materials in view of community member(s)

DTW

• Two wide shots of the school environment (and outside signage) or event setup
• Three close-ups of behavior change communication (BCC) materials and treatment administration supplies (awareness posters, drugs or equipment)
• Three candid shots of associated staff, and/or teachers preparing materials in view of community member(s)

SWN

• Two wide shots of the school environment (and outside signage) or event setup
• One wide shot of water dispenser in Nigerian landscape or against other subjects that communicate location
• Three close-ups of behavior change communication (BCC) materials and treatment administration supplies (awareness posters, drugs or equipment)
• Three candid shots of associated staff interacting with the water dispenser

Community Engagement:

MMS

• Two shots of community leaders and health officials/associated staff discussing MMS in an applicative setting (in the field, not in a boardroom or office)
• Two shots of interactions between associated staff/health workers and expectant mothers, or community members
• Two shots of different expectant mothers
• Two shots of mothers and young children under 5
• Two shots of BCC materials such as fliers, pamphlets e.t.c. being distributed to community members
• 1 minute of b-roll

DTW

• Two shots of teachers or health officials/associated staff discussing the initiative in an applicative setting (in the field, or a classroom)
• Two shots of interactions between teachers or associated staff and parents, guardians or community members
• Two shots of BCC materials such as fliers, pamphlets e.t.c. being distributed to schools, or classrooms and community members.
• 1 minute of b-roll

SWN

• Three candid shots of associated staff interacting with the community members

Administration Process:

MMS

• Two wide shots of expectant mothers or community members in line to receive treatment
• Three candid expression shots of expectant mothers, and mothers with young children under 5, during the process (their faces i.e. smiling or inquisitive)
• Healthcare workers providing MMS to pregnant women,
• One image of a challenge to administration
• 1 minute of b-roll

DTW

• Two wide shots of children in line to receive treatment
• Three candid expression shots of children during the process (their faces i.e. smiling or inquisitive)
• Teachers administer deworming tablets to school-aged children.
• One image of a challenge to administration
• 1 minute of b-roll

SWN

• Three candid shots of community members interacting with the water dispenser
• Two candid shots of community members drinking water

Health Workers / Teachers in Action:

MMS

• Three shots of health workers interacting with the community, explaining the process
• One shot of teamwork and collaboration among health workers i.e. a team huddle or discussion
• Training sessions for healthcare workers on MMS counseling techniques.​
• 1 minute of b-roll

DTW

• Three shots of teachers / staff /government interacting with the community, explaining deworming
• 2 shots of teachers in a classroom teaching the young learners / Teachers educating students about the benefits of deworming.
• 1 minute of b-roll

Post-Administration (If possible, within the community and not at a healthcare facility or school):

MMS

• Without showing the name, shot of ANC visit card showing adherence to visits.
• 1 minute of b-roll

DTW

• One shot of children or community members receiving follow-up information after treatment
• Two shots of smiling children or community members and their reactions post-administration
• Children engaging in classroom activities post-deworming treatment, illustrating improved health and participation.
• 1 minute of b-roll

Impact Assessment:

• Short interviews with teachers, parents, community members, women or health workers discussing the impact
• Interviews with program beneficiaries discussing changes in health and well-being.​
• Data collection processes community surveys and on-tablet data entry
• Before-and-after comparisons (if applicable)

Cultural Context:

• Two wide-shots of local dwellings that may differ contextually from other environments (thatch roof houses, huts or manyattas e.t.c.)
• One shot of local customs or traditions during an event (songs, traditional dance e.t.c)
• Local customs, beliefs and traditions related to maternal health and child care.​
• 1 minute of b-roll

Ethical Considerations:

• Have you secured consent?
• Obtain informed consent from parents or guardians before photographing children.
• Work with the ground team to secure advance consent ahead of time if necessary.
• Ensure mothers are comfortable being photographed; avoid intrusive angles.
• Be sensitive to the portrayal of health issues; avoid stigmatizing representations.
• Respect cultural norms regarding photography, especially in community settings.

When to seek consent

To make it easy to determine if a consent for photography/videography is needed or not, ask yourself: Can people recognize the person or people featured in the image or video? If the answer is yes, you need to obtain consent.

Consent is not needed for the following photographs/videos:

Non-recognizable individuals in public (faces and identifying features obscured).

Public figures in public (e.g., celebrities, MPs at campaign launches, etc).

Obtaining Consent in Other Languages and Circumstances:

• Prepare the consent form ahead of time in the local language, using this template form as guidance. Ensure translation is done for the full text of the form.
• If you are unable to prepare written consent forms in the local language, orally translate the consent form to your photo or video subjects, or use an interpreter. Have another person observe the translation so that he/she may sign off as a witness.
• For individuals with low literacy, ask for their permission to take their photo or film them. If they give their permission, read the consent form to them and confirm their consent by recording it in audio or video.
• When taking photos or recording videos of children, make sure you obtain consent from an adult with authority to make such a decision, such as a parent, guardian, or teacher, not from the children.

When individual consent isn’t possible: In situations where consent is unreasonable or unnecessary, skip this. Such situations include:

• Internal staff events
• Public events hosted by the government
• Situations of large crowds or groups where individuals cannot be contacted reasonably.
• Add an outdoor/visible sign that indicates the event or space is being photographed and uses i.e ““By attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs may be taken and shared publicly. Your participation implies consent to the capture and appropriate dissemination of these images, in line with the event’s purpose and relevance.”
• Add a sentence on participants lists for events that indicates there will be photography and uses: “By signing this form, you consent to the possibility of being photographed during the session for internal reporting and external communication purposes. Your consent includes the use of your likeness in a manner that is appropriate and relevant to these objectives.”

Evidence Action Ethical Guidelines

Challenge Stereotypes of Poverty. Evidence Action takes great pride in depicting the people served by our programs and the people we work with in any country with dignity and respect, and with agency as human beings. We do not want to invoke a sense of pity or depict our customers as anything but full human beings with dignity and agency.

• Show Respect. Storytellers, photographers and videographers must respect the people they depict, preserve human dignity, and take into consideration whether the individual may experience negative consequences as a result of having her/his picture or video taken and/or story used.
• Ask Permission. Storytellers, photographers, and videographers must obtain permission from the people they collect stories/quotes from, photograph, or film. If you are taking photos or videos of children (or collecting stories about them), permission must be obtained from an adult with authority to make such a decision, such as a parent, guardian, or teacher. See the consent requirements below.
• Consider Cultural Context. Know in what instances photography or videography is considered rude or sacrilegious. Show extreme care and sensitivity when photographing or recording taboo practices or stigmatized populations. If you don’t speak the same language, find someone who does to reliably translate. If you sense any reluctance, confusion, or disdain from possible subjects, do not proceed.
• Be Polite. When possible, establish a relationship before you start taking photos/videos or collecting stories. When you approach a person to photograph or record, introduce yourself, be courteous, ask permission, and explain the purpose of your visit, or the reason you want to take photos/videos and/or collect a story.
• Plan Ahead. Given our consent requirements, plan ahead. In educational contexts, speak with the principal/head teacher and the teacher before you begin photographing. Schools and other formal settings may also require letters from the relevant government entity to allow photography on the premises so ensure you have the relevant materials. Remember that taking recognizable photos of children requires written consent from an adult with authority such as parent, guardian, or teacher.

Delivery Timelines:

1. 100 high quality images, not more than one week after the event or field-visit along with RAW images and video clips unless guided to edit.

Ownership:

Evidence Action retains full ownership of all images. The photographer provides full unrestricted usage rights for promotional materials, fundraising, social media, and reports. Evidence Action agrees to crediting the photographer in published materials.

Draft Priority Shortlist Guide:

HNWI Priorities & Themes

1. Human Impact & Protagonist Stories -Focus on individuals with compelling experiences (pregnant women, schoolchildren, caregivers) to anchor narratives in emotion and results.
2. Community Settings prioritization – Maximize time in communities, homes, schools, clinics. Extract stories and testimonials.
3. Pilot Innovation & Delivery Excellence – Show what is new and exciting: hemoglobinometer use, voucher program logistics, supply chain points.
4. What’s Surprising or Unique – Include challenges, unexpected successes, or behind-the-scenes decision-making; including govt. support and policy support.

Key Visual & Footage

1. MMS
   1. Facility-Based
      1. Health worker using hemoglobinometer for anemia testing
      2. Counseling session between health worker and pregnant woman
      3. Pregnant woman filling out ANC register or receiving supplements
      4. Facility exterior and signage (for context)
      5. Logistics: delivery of supplies, stock management visuals
   2. Human Story
      1. One pregnant woman followed from arrival to ANC to exit
      2. Home visit or short sit-down: what this pregnancy means to her, hopes
      3. Cutaways: community interactions, daily life, family members
   3. Supporting
      1. Posters, protocols, registers, staff collaboration in ANC area
      2. Staff perspectives: “what surprised you about this pilot?”
2. DTW – Deworm the World
   1. In School
      1. Child receiving deworming tablet
      2. Teacher explaining or supervising treatment
      3. Caregiver or parent describing life before/after deworming
      4. Children learning or playing, post-treatment
   2. Impact Story
      1. One child profile (before/after learning improvement)
      2. Caregiver at home: “I noticed a difference when…”
      3. Teacher describing change in class performance
   3. Community Engagement
      1. Microplanning workshop or school-level planning session
      2. Local health official or SUBEB personnel facilitating activities
3. IPTsc & Voucher for Safe Water (Early-Stage Content)
   1. IPTsc Training
      1. Teachers and health workers in training sessions
      2. Stock/medicine handling, preventive drug briefing
   2. Vouchers Scoping
      1. Community stakeholder consultations
      2. Local infrastructure shots, family using water sources
      3. Model sketches/infographics in planning meetings

Behind-the-Scenes (High Value for Donor Content)

1. Evidence Action staff coordinating in-field activities
2. Morning team briefings, logistics setups, delivery planning
3. Anecdotes from staff: “One moment I’ll never forget was…”

How to Apply:

1. Interested firms/Individuals are requested to send the copies of their proposals on or before Thursday the 15th May 2025 by 5.00pm WAT to procurement.nigeria@evidenceaction.org
2. The successful bidder will be expected to start offering the services to Evidence Action from the contract start date (to be advised by the client).
3. The successful bidder will be required to maintain proper records that support departmental reporting and billing of transactions.
4. All enquires on this request for proposal should be done not later than Wednesday the 14th May 2025 via email to procurement.nigeria@evidenceaction.org
5. This is an invitation to bid and does not commit Evidence Action to accepting any of the proposals received or award the contract to any of the bidders including but not limited to the lowest bidder.
6. Itemized quotation showing different billables compiled with a clear total at the bottom
7. The Financial quotation should be in 2 forms (i- Build in all logistics costs in addition to your professional fees ii- Only professional fees, don’t include logistics cost)
8. Kindly note that as an INGO we are VAT exempt & your fees are subject to 5% WHT to be remitted into you TIN account
9. Kindly indicate your TIN.
10. you can access the RFP here https://evidenceaction.box.com/s/04hbx42jb17lhjius65j9fi6cwowdulk