The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a potential need for an Audio/Visual Specialist to provide support for our government customer in Dayton, OH at Wright Patterson Air Force Base.
Description of Responsibilities
- Assist in the inventory and maintenance of the studio audio visual/computer‑related equipment as directed by the Government representative.
- Edit all multimedia projects that were previously developed, as directed by the Government representative.
- Assist with the ordering, storing, coding/entering inventory into database, and disposing of all audio visual/computer related equipment as directed by the Government representative.
- Provide audio visual consultation to instructors, leaders and staff, including demonstrating and teaching the use of classroom equipment.
- Consult with subject‑matter experts and/or instructional designers to convey a specific message to a targeted audience through a visual medium by building quality graphics for online learning products, including computer‑based training courses, classroom technical inserts, and stand‑alone training products such as video or audio‑based instruction.
- Provide consultative support to subject‑matter experts and/or instructional designers desiring to develop their own graphics/content.
- Edit, create, design and produce audio, video, photography, and other multi‑media content for advertisement needs as directed by the Government representative.
- Exhibit and apply expertise in professional marketing and mass communications activities, supporting communications and marketing activities.
- Demonstrate and exhibit an ability to lead and participate in a team of mass communications professionals working in tandem to achieve strategic communications goals.
- Ensure that all products developed meet the requirements set forth in the AFRL/PA brand book and other applicable requirements for the development of branding, creating logos, coins, and marketing materials.
- Plan and perform video post‑production tasks which include reviewing footage, making editorial decisions, tape logging, rough cuts, audio adjustment, color correction, and final editing using; utilize computer graphics and special effects for video postproduction in accordance with the overall production concepts; compress video projects for output; make video products available in a variety of formats; coordinate internal and external duplication services as required.
- Participate in and support other projects within skill sets; project may include writing continuity documents, attending or presenting at local eLearning symposiums, defining capabilities for potential customers, collaborating with local colleges or multi‑service partners, and supporting other special projects.
- Support, evaluate, consult, and manage all educational technology as directed by Government representative.
Required Degree/Education/Certification
- The candidate shall at a minimum have a bachelor's degree in electronic media, Video Broadcast, or a related field.
- In Lieu of a Degree, must have at least 5 years of Audio‑Visual Technology experience.
Required Skills and Experience
- Broadcast production experience with progressive responsibility in a professional video edit/production environment demonstrating competency in all areas of video production desired.
- Experience developing e‑learning packages for distribution on learning management systems.
- Must be proficient with Adobe programs including Premier Pro, Audition, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, Captivate; proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; must have ability to manage projects independently and as part of a team.
- Must have the ability to work through problems quickly and independently.
- Must be proficient with Film Theory; educational theory a plus; broadcast experience a plus; Tricaster experience a plus.
- Must be willing and able to sign a Non‑Disclosure Agreement.
- Must possess: organizational skills, ability to achieve set goals; initiative in performing assigned tasks; ability to follow‑up complex projects with influence, and integrity; and ability to interact professionally with all levels of personnel within and outside of the organization.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Familiarity with Department of Defense branding and communication policies (ex. Tongue and Quill).
- Experience working in the military setting, understanding of rank structure, policies, and procedures.
- Expertise in Office 365 tools (ex. MS Windows, MS Access, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher, MS Teams, MS Planner, MS Power BI, Microsoft Forms).
Required Citizenship and Clearance
- Must be a Born or Naturalized U.S. citizen; for the purposes of this position possession of a permanent resident card ("Green Card") or Work VISA does not equate to U.S. citizenship.
- Must pass a Tier 1 ((T1)/SF85) background check for a Position of Trust clearance.
Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401 K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.
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