Media Specialist

FedWriters•Washington, DC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

From concept to final cut, you bring powerful stories to life . In this role, you’ll manage end-to-end multimedia production—creating impactful, Section 508-compliant content that supports national justice programs. Join our team as a Media Specialist. This role will manage and produce high-quality video and multimedia content to support the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Program's Office of Communications (OCOM) initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of video production processes, development to final delivery, while ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards. The specialist will serve as videographer, still photographer, podcast audio producer and digital media editor for a variety of communication products. FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. Work Schedule and Location: Onsite: This full-time position will work Monday through Friday, in a hybrid capacity at the DOJ location on N. Capitol Street, NE in Washington, DC., it will occasionally require some travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Multimedia, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant multimedia experience involving frequent, high-level technical and time-critical needs in the visual marketing, media and public information service areas within a deadline-driven environment.
Demonstrated experience managing small to medium-sized programs or contracts, including planning, directing, and coordinating production activities.
Direct audio and video production experience including on-location, in studio, and live event productions.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in video editing software, motion graphics, and multimedia production tools.
Experience with Section 508 compliance and accessibility standards.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
Routinely needs to be onsite at OJP to record video and audio content in the OCOM studio.
Ability to travel for on-location shoots, including in remote areas.
Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality products under tight timelines.
Experience in handling large-scale event video production, including award ceremonies and tribute videos.

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience in documentary, educational video production, and public service announcements.
Experience with federal or government agency multimedia production is a plus.

Responsibilities

Media Production: Executes video production phases, including pre-production, recording, and post-production, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with OCOM’s objectives.
Edits video and audio products based on concepts, scripts, storyboards, and shot lists in collaboration with OCOM stakeholders.
Produce products to include external communication videos, video news stories, videography and photography of special events, conferences, symposiums and community activities and technical assistance and training videos.
Provides multimedia support for digital media using appropriate software, including, but not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator and After Effects.
Project Planning and Coordination: Lead the coordination of on-site video projects, ensuring compliance with OCOM’s style guides and performance standards.
Work closely with OVC’s program staff and contract officers to provide periodic updates and status reports on all ongoing multimedia projects.
Ensure all content is fully accessible, compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Team Collaboration and Communication: Establishes requirements for multimedia projects based on the customer’s objectives, arranges for the recording of required media onsite, such as B-roll and interviews with subject matter experts, and oversees products to completion.