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Terms of Reference (ToR) – Video Production for the Literacy Program Background Room to Read India was established in 2003 and presently has programs in eleven states – Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi NCR, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh. Room to Read is a global organization transforming the lives of millions of children in low-income communities by focusing on literacy and gender equality in education. Since 2000, Room to Read has benefited more than 39 million children across 23 low-income countries. Learn more at www.roomtoreadindia.org. Purpose Room to Read India intends to document its flagship Literacy Program featuring literacy program activities from its key 2-3 intervention states. To this, we are currently accepting proposals from production houses or agencies that can curate and produce this video. Through this video, Room to Read India aims to showcase the journey of instilling foundational skills in young readers and empower them to become independent readers for life. Scope of Work The production house will produce a short impact video of up to 3-5 minutes. The agency will be responsible for all stages of the film production i.e., scripting, filming, editing, voice-over/narration, graphics, etc., and deliver a final product in broadcast standards and full HD with 1080x1920 resolution. Deliverables One video – up to 3-5 Minutes long Final Script for the video First cut of the video Raw Footage of the video Still shots of the production Un-mix master with separate tracks Final film with mixed audio and graphics Experience At least 5 years of production work experience in the field of filmmaking Access to high-quality filming, light, sound, and editing equipment Ability to communicate and conduct the interview in Hindi and English Professional experience in successfully delivering a documentary/feature film would be an asset Duration/shooting date and place The agency is expected to begin work immediately upon signing the contract. A detailed work plan, the blueprint of the shoot, a rough script, and a timeline should be submitted as soon as possible. This should also include the budget and shooting schedule before filming. The shoot will be conducted in 2-3 key Room to Read India intervention state. The duration of the shoot will be a minimum of two days and a maximum of three days in the selected states. Role of Room to Read India Room to Read will be responsible for finalizing the location and interviews for the same. They will oversee materials and processes developed by the production agency. Room to Read India would also advise the partner to formalize operational aspects of the video scripting, shoot, and production, including scope and scale. They will also track and monitor the social media promotion through the agencies’ owned social media channels. Payment 25% payment will be made on the signing of the contract 25% after completion of the shoot 50% will be released after receiving the final deliverables from the agency Technical evaluation criteria The technical proposals received will be evaluated on the following criteria: Experience in working in the development sector Language expertise and local presence Technical competence Understanding of the project How To Apply Proposals are invited from the interested agency for the above assignment and the last date for receiving the proposal is 22nd October 2023at procurement.india@roomtoread.org [do not copy anyone from RtR]. Kindly submit two separate emails with following subject lines: EMAIL (1): TECHNICAL PROPOSAL – Video Production, LP EMAIL (2): FINANCIAL PROPOSAL – Video Production, LP The agency should apply with the following: Requirements for Technical proposal A technical proposal which will outline the way this assignment will be approached. The proposal should mention the timeline for completing the deliverables. The technical proposal should include an outline of content and your approach for all the above-mentioned deliverables. Please send in your portfolio with details of working on similar projects Requirements for Financial proposal Detailed financial proposal as per TOR. Copy of registration certificate, GST, PAN Card, etc. Read the ToR thoroughly before applying. Only Shortlisted agency will be contacted and might be called for a face-to-face interaction. Any incomplete application or process deviation, the proposals will automatically be rejected. Proposal received after the prescribed deadline will not be considered. The selected consultant or agency must sign and adhere to Room to Read's Child Protection policy. For queries, please contact: Neha Premchandani Neha.Premchandani@roomtoread.org
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