Information Operations Content Creator (Graphic Designer) (Technical Artist 3-5) - 30493

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks an Information Operations Content Creator to develop culturally attuned multimedia for USAFCYBER and USCYBERCOM. You will produce videos, graphics, interactive media, and narrative copy aligned with IO products.

You will collaborate with behavioral scientists, cultural SMEs, and IO planners to ensure content resonates with target audiences and supports mission goals. TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to produce multimedia content including graphics, video, text, and interactive products.
• Ability to integrate audience insights and cultural considerations into content design.
• Strong briefing skills to present concepts to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a portfolio of culturally attuned media products tailored to audiences.
• Test content with audience samples to validate relevance and messaging.
• Revise content based on analytics and feedback from operations teams.
• Present concepts, storyboards, and prototypes to planners for approval.
• Develop dissemination-ready media: videos, graphics, web content, animations, audio.

Skills

MISO/IO content

Audience insights

Storyboarding

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

High School Diploma + 9 yrs experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

DaVinci Resolve

Blender/Cinema4D

Unity/Unreal Engine

Canva/Visme

Audio tools (Audition/Pro Tools)

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Information Operations Content Creator (Graphic Designer) (Technical Artist 3-5) - 30493

Requisition Number:30493

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$74,984.00-$145,000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI

Level of Experience:MidHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

The Information Operations Content Creator (Graphic Designer)(Technical Artist 3-5) supports USAFCYBER and USCYBERCOM by developing culturally attuned multimedia products that strengthen information operations, cyber-enabled influence activities, and strategic communication efforts. This role produces targeted videos, graphics, interactive media, and written content aligned with approved Information Operation Products (IOPs). The content creator collaborates closely with behavioral scientists, cultural experts, social media analysts, and IO planners to ensure media resonates with foreign target audiences, adheres to cultural norms, maintains narrative credibility, and supports mission objectives. The position requires strong creative skills combined with an understanding of influence messaging, behavioral effects, and cyber-domain delivery mechanisms.

• Create and maintain a portfolio of culturally attuned media products—including videos, graphics, audio files, and text-based content—tailored to specific target audiences.
• Test content with representative audience samples to validate cultural relevance, psychological resonance, and messaging effectiveness.
• Revise and refine content based on performance analytics, behavioral feedback, and recommendations from operational teams.
• Present content concepts, storyboards, prototypes, and portfolio reviews to planners and leadership for evaluation and approval.
• Develop a full range of dissemination-ready media products: videos, graphics, web-based interactive content, animations, audio assets, and narrative copy.
• Produce culturally authentic multimedia aligned with approved IO Products, enhancing credibility, trust, and message reach.
• Collaborate with behavioral scientists, social media specialists, cultural SMEs, and IO planners to ensure content aligns with audience insights, narrative guidance, and mission goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Level 3 = 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Level 4 = 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Level 5 = 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• TS/SCI security clearance required ; CI Polygraph preferred
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience producing culturally informed multimedia content, including graphics, video, narrative text, and interactive products.
  • Ability to integrate audience insights, cultural considerations, and influence principles into content design.
  • Strong briefing skills and the ability to present storyboards and conceptual products to senior leaders.
  • Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams of analysts, planners, behavioral scientists, and cultural SMEs.
  • Familiarity with the systems, tools, and platforms commonly used by CYBERCOM / SOCOM Content Creators:

Content Creation & Creative Software Suites -

• Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Audition)
• DaVinci Resolve (video editing and color grading)
• Blender or Cinema 4D (3D content creation for advanced multimedia)
• Unity or Unreal Engine (interactive content, animations, web-based or cyber-delivered experiences)
• Canva or Visme (rapid prototyping for graphics and social content)
• Audition, Pro Tools, or Audacity (audio production)

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Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in multimedia design, communications, anthropology, psychology, cyber operations, or related discipline.
• Experience producing MISO, IO, or strategic communication content for USAFCYBER, USCYBERCOM, SOCOM, or similar organizations.
• Training in MISO, Information Operations, Target Audience Analysis, or narrative development.
• Experience using audience testing tools, sentiment analysis platforms, and cross-cultural content evaluation techniques.
• Advanced experience with Adobe Creative Suite, 3D animation platforms, or interactive media development.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph

Physical Requirements

• May require occasional travel
• Must be able to work in secure facilities

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (403(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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