Visual Communication And Multimedia Support

Visual Communication And Multimedia Support

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Visual Communication and Multimedia Support. Location: Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD. Department: Defense Health Agency (DHA). Type: Full Time. Min. Experience: Experienced. Security Clearance Level: Secret. Military veterans are highly encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Research and Development (R&D)-Medical Research and Development Command's (MRDC's) Strategic Communications team to generate topic-centric videos to be used in various formats (i.e. PowerPoint Briefs, YouTube videos, Trade Shows, Website, etc.) that highlight the various initiatives within the command.
• Capture high-quality, compelling photographs at specific official events.
• Edit photos and deliver files in a timely manner.
• Maintain the ability to take well-composed photos while covering events.
• Conduct basic photo editing and select best possible photos to accompany articles and social media posts.
• Capture high-quality headshots for Senior Leaders & Command team as required.
• Capture high-quality, compelling videos.
• Edit videos and deliver files in a timely manner.
• Capture video interviews with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as needed as well as additional "B-roll" footage from visits, events, and scenarios.
• Regularly propose new content ideas working with contractor and Government teammates to highlight the command's research initiatives.
• Maintain an internal catalog of video content which can be utilized in a variety of products.
• Maintain and populate Social Media sites with militarily relevant content after close coordination with the DHA R&D-MRDC's Strategic Communications team as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

Familiarity with the science and/or medical industry as well as the Department of Defense (DoD). 4+ years' experience working with military leaders and using military vernacular. 4+ years' experience capturing high-quality, compelling photographs at specific official events. 4+ years' experience editing photos and videos. 4+ years' experience capturing headshots and videos. 4+ years' experience proposing new content ideas. 4+ years' experience maintaining an internal catalog of video content.

Professional Certifications: n/a. Years of Professional Experience: 4+ years. Desired experience: n/a. Formal Education: Bachelor's degree or higher. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity. Security Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible or possess a Secret clearance.

Critical Notes:

SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered. Recruiters or third parties will not be considered. This is a 100% on-site position located at Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD. This is a W-2 position. This position is contingent upon contract award. U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness. Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.