VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Coordinates the design and development of complex, high level visual information products in collaboration with the editor, subject matter experts, and clients. Coordinates and edits original material collected from numerous outside sources where there is little, if any direction as to the content and design. Assists in carrying out the public affairs program. Uses audio-visual technology to create productions ranging from news features, public service announcements and interactive productions, to training and informational videos on virtually any topic. Edits broadcast quality television and web productions utilizing audiovisual editing systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments This is an Obligated Position in which an employee has return rights. Upon the employee's return, incumbent may be required to vacate this position. May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft while on temporary duty. The employee must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance as required. May be required to perform periodic weekly 24-hour alert duty as the public affairs on-call representative to respond to inquiries and requests after duty hours. A pre-employment physical is a condition of employment. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions GS-1084 series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Knowledge of a wide range of visual information, illustration, design, layout principles, scripting, equipment, personnel and concepts for the conception, planning, and execution of a variety of complex projects; Knowledge of developing production schedules, coordinating staff activities, and making administrative and logistical arrangements for all phases of audiovisual production; Knowledge of graphic arts and media, perspective, layout, balance and contrast, color science, mixing and application, standard drawing practices, instruments numerous sources of audiovisual resources and special effects, such as casting lists, shot lists, music libraries, stock footage and post production services; Knowledge of the operations, products, services, needs, and goals of programs and other organizations serviced, and related customers, functions, resources, and users; Knowledge of methods and procedures for operating a variety of computer systems and visual information equipment in the production and reproduction of artwork, photos, and typography; Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of a public affairs program and written and oral communication principles, methods, and techniques to conduct and coordinate public affairs activities to develop intercommunication between the agency and a variety of audiences; Ability to present subject matter information in a visual form to convey an intended message or to achieve a desired effect upon specific publics or stakeholders and to communicate ideas concerning visual information with tact and diplomacy; and Ability to produce and direct an audiovisual production; edit films, video, and scripts; and create computer images for audiovisual products using various production techniques, directing the actions of production crews and casts, and in composing complex live or prerecorded programs with multiple visual or audio elements. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. Major study - commercial art, fine arts, art history, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, photography, visual communication, or other fields related to the position. Some positions may also require subject-matter knowledge of medicine, science, or technical equipment. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of a wide range of visual information, illustration, design, layout principles, scripting, equipment, personnel and concepts for the conception, planning, and execution of a variety of complex projects. Knowledge of developing production schedules, coordinating staff activities, and making administrative and logistical arrangements for all phases of audiovisual production. 2. Knowledge of graphic arts and media, perspective, layout, balance and contrast, color science, mixing and application, standard drawing practices, instruments numerous sources of audiovisual resources and special effects, such as casting lists, shot lists, music libraries, stock footage and post production services. 3. Knowledge of the operations, products, services, needs, and goals of programs and other organizations serviced, and related customers, functions, resources, and users. Ability to produce and direct an audiovisual production; edit films, video, and scripts; and create computer images for audiovisual products using various production techniques, directing the actions of production crews and casts, and in composing complex live or prerecorded programs with multiple visual or audio elements. 4. Knowledge of methods and procedures for operating a variety of computer systems and visual information equipment in the production and reproduction of artwork, photos, and typography. 5. Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of a public affairs program and written and oral communication principles, methods, and techniques to conduct and coordinate public affairs activities to develop intercommunication between the agency and a variety of audiences. 6. Ability to present subject matter information in a visual form to convey an intended message or to achieve a desired effect upon specific publics or stakeholders and to communicate ideas concerning visual information with tact and diplomacy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in serv

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