Photographer/Videographer

CYNWAVE Solutions; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CYNWAVE Solutions in Falls Church, VA seeks a Photography/Videography Hybrid Shooter to capture high‑quality stills and video for MEDCOM engagements and events, from capture to post‑production.

Work with a Senior Writer and Multimedia Designer to produce reel‑style content, stay current on accessibility standards, and support major Army Medicine programs and ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) years of professional photography and videography experience.
• Demonstrated post-production competency (editing, color correction).
• Working knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards for digital media.
• Working knowledge of government and platform regulations governing social media imagery and video.
• Ability to work full-time onsite at Falls Church, VA under Government-defined core hours.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust/NACI and Government-issued CAC.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-resolution photographs and video using contractor-furnished gear, as well as cell phones and GoPro-type devices as appropriate.
• Edit and produce reel-style and platform-optimized video content that engages stakeholders.
• Organize, caption, and technically review imagery and video for approved web, social, news, briefing, and event use.
• Support high-profile events, including Army Trials, Warrior Games, Army Best Medic Competition, Army Medicine Best Squad Competition, and other MEDCOM-designated events.
• Collaborate with the Senior Writer and Multimedia Designer on content development from concept through publication.
• Maintain current knowledge of digital content trends, social media platform regulations, and Section 508 accessibility standards.
• Contribute imagery, platform, and production data to the bi-annual online brand audit and monthly analytics reporting.

Skills

Photography

Videography

Post-production

Digital storytelling

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Photographer/Videographer (Hybrid Shooter) captures still and motion imagery that supports MEDCOM's stakeholder engagement, event coverage, and digital storytelling. Working alongside a Senior Writer and Multimedia Designer, the Hybrid Shooter produces high-resolution photography, edited video and reel-style content across Army Medicine programs and high-visibility events, from initial capture through post-production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Capture high-resolution photographs and video using a contractor-furnished professional camera, as well as cell phone and GoPro-type devices as appropriate.
• Edit and produce reel-style and platform-optimized video content that engages stakeholders and supports an interactive relationship with target audiences.
• Organize, caption, and technically review imagery and video for approved web, social, news, briefing, and event use.
• Support high-profile events, including Army Trials, Warrior Games, Army Best Medic Competition, Army Medicine Best Squad Competition, and other MEDCOM-designated events.
• Collaborate with the Senior Writer and Multimedia Designer on integrated content development, from concept through publication.
• Maintain current knowledge of digital content trends, social media platform regulations, and Section 508 accessibility standards.
• Contribute imagery, platform, and production data to the bi-annual online brand audit and monthly analytics reporting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum six (6) years of professional photography and videography experience.
• Demonstrated post-production competency (editing, color correction, reel/short-form video production).
• Working knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards for digital media.
• Working knowledge of government and platform regulations governing social media imagery and video.
• Ability to work full-time onsite at Falls Church, VA under Government-defined core hours.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust/NACI and Government-issued CAC.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience covering military, DoD, or large-scale public-facing events.
• Experience with mobile/GoPro-style rapid-turnaround content in addition to traditional camera work.
• Portfolio demonstrating both editorial/documentary photography and short-form video storytelling.

SECURITY & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Public Trust (National Agency Check with Inquiries - NACI), active or in adjudication, required at start of work. Position is designated IT-III per AR 25-2. Favorable NACI adjudication and CAC issuance typically require four (4) weeks or longer from submission.

Mandatory training: Cyber Awareness Challenge, HIPAA, OPSEC, AT Level I, CUI, SHARP, Social Media, Active Shooter, iWATCH, CTIP, TARP, No-FEAR, Suicide Awareness & Prevention, Substance Abuse, Ethics, and Safety training, per Government timelines and annual refresh requirements.

TRAVEL

Government-directed travel to Soldier Recovery Units, Army Trials, Warrior Games, and other Army Medicine event locations as required, in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations. All travel is COR-approved and scheduled in advance.