Audiovisual Production Specialist

Air Force Global Strike Command • Malmstrom AFB, MT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide the full range of technical and administrative production assistance to videotaped and live television programs; live and prerecorded radio broadcasts; motion picture films; and/or other similar productions, such as slide presentations with sound accompaniment. Serves as the producer, director, scriptwriter, videographer, and editor for original but well-precedented audiovisual productions. Develops production schedules, coordinates staff activities, makes normal administrative and logistical arrangements, and uses standard multimedia equipment, techniques, and processes to produce presentations. Performs a variety of audiovisual media for productions of limited scope and complexity using established procedures and standard equipment. Selects, digitizes, and rough edits source materials for assigned projects. Operates equipment used for the recording, production, reproduction, broadcasting, distribution, storage, or exhibition of audiovisual products. Employee operates standard recording equipment, video cameras, and related items such as lighting, sound, and editing equipment. Plans, organizes, and coordinates arrangements for personnel, equipment, accessories, and contract support required for successful completion of projects. Schedules and arranges for taping location and/or set preparation, scenery, and support props. Arranges for production of graphics and other visual materials as warranted.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Position is designated non-critical-sensitive and requires a SECRET security clearance to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• One (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05 (or higher), or equivalent in other pay systems.
• Examples of specialized experience includes producing audiovisual productions, developing production schedules, and coordinating staff activities; working knowledge of the principles, concepts, and practices of audiovisual production; applying knowledge of audiovisual resources and special effects, such as casting lists, shot lists, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services.
• Knowledge of the processes, methodologies, personnel, equipment, scripting, and related requirements involved in producing well-precedented audiovisual productions, developing production schedules, coordinating staff activities, and making administrative and logistical arrangements.
• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and practices of audiovisual production to independently perform recurring assignments.
• Knowledge of commonly used sources of audiovisual resources and special effects, such as casting lists, shot lists, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services.
• Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to resolve procedural or factual problems.
• Skill in operating standard video recording equipment, video cameras, and related items such as lighting, sound, and editing equipment.
• Ability to produce and direct an audiovisual production; edit films, video, and scripts; and create computer images for audiovisual products.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• If using education to qualify: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with 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.
• 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.
• 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 service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
• 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the producer, director, scriptwriter, videographer, and editor for original but well-precedented audiovisual productions.
• Develop production schedules, coordinate staff activities, and make administrative and logistical arrangements.
• Use standard multimedia equipment, techniques, and processes to produce presentations.
• Perform a variety of audiovisual media for productions of limited scope and complexity using established procedures and standard equipment.
• Select, digitize, and rough edit source materials for assigned projects.
• Operate equipment used for the recording, production, reproduction, broadcasting, distribution, storage, or exhibition of audiovisual products.
• Operate standard recording equipment, video cameras, and related items such as lighting, sound, and editing equipment.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate arrangements for personnel, equipment, accessories, and contract support required for successful completion of projects.
• Schedule and arrange for taping location and/or set preparation, scenery, and support props.
• Arrange for production of graphics and other visual materials as warranted.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree