Visual Information Specialist

TACOM • Anniston Army Depot, AL

24d • Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Information Specialist works at Anniston Army Depot in Anniston, Alabama. The Depot is the largest employer in Calhoun County, with approximately 4,000 employees. The role coordinates with customers submitting visual information photo and graphics work orders, planning and creating visual products for technical publications and other uses. It develops illustrations, photographs, videos, designs, layouts, and electronic pre-press materials through final production, including products intended for commercial reproduction. The specialist uses sophisticated computer graphics systems and programs as well as varied arts and graphic arts media and materials. The role also helps administer the visual information program and advises management on related policies, directives, and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience creating computer images for visual information projects, providing visual support for presentations, exhibits, or displays using varied art mediums, and determining methods for preparing technical illustrations, digital photographs, or electronic pre-press for commercial reproduction; or qualifying education or a combination of education and experience.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule position within the past 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the second lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).
• Applicants must meet at least one of the listed employment authority categories and provide proof of eligibility.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• A suitability or fitness determination, including a background investigation, may be required.
• A one-year probationary period is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with customers submitting visual information photo/graphics work orders to identify efficient and cost-effective ways to meet their needs.
• Plan and design illustrations, photographs, and videos for technical publications from initial planning through final production.
• Develop original designs, layouts, and electronic pre-press for commercially reproduced booklets, pamphlets, and brochures.
• Produce complex, high-level visual information products using computer graphics systems and programs.
• Use a variety of arts and graphic arts media and materials.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and administering the visual information program.
• Provide input and counsel to management officials on visual information policies, directives, and standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station costs is authorized, subject to the Joint Travel Regulations.
• A relocation or recruitment incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree