What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visual Information Specialist (EM) position at Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)?
Summary
This position is located within the Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Support Services (N94) Commercial Activities Program. The purpose of this position is to design and maintain FFR digital media for all sites assigned to the Mid-Atlantic region.
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Develops, designs, revises and maintains the content FFR electronic media to include web technology (internet presence and associated links), mobile content development, interactive media solutions, motion graphics and animation, video production. Determines management needs and requirements for digital media and creates content or adapts existing content to a web-friendly format while maintaining the logical structure of the content. Develops a steady stream of new information in the form of text and/or graphics.
Ensures all electronic media is in compliance with Navy regulations, CNIC instructions and departmental priorities and objectives. Researches and reviews associated technology and social media that might be considered complimentary to MWR programs (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). Coordinates with site liaisons to develop and identify items of interest. Determines placement and timeliness of information submitted including special events, facility renovations, activities and programs.
Creates, develops and implements a marketing plan and timeline for all digital media. Accountable for fine-tuning and updating information based on feedback from users and regional staff. Responsible for typing, importing and editing all text and graphics placed on the internet.
Coordinates with Information Technology (IT) staff to address and resolve technical problems, discuss new technology and resources, and maintain sufficient server space and requirements. Liaise with website users, Information Technology staff, and other agencies as required or necessary.
Responsible for complying with standards, operating procedures and objectives relative to the operation of the electronic media program. Designs artwork in the form of flyers for various programs and services. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Conditions of employment
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
The position requires knowledge of a variety of methods, techniques, and materials used in the design, production, and reproduction of visual products to plan the technical details of, or produce, aesthetically composed visual products in a timely manner.
Must possess documented experience in the following areas: knowledge of current digital media software applications and tools to include Adobe Suite featuring PremierePro, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and InDesign; FTL/HTTP/HTML concepts and technologies; troubleshooting strategies for PC platforms and various internet browsers and versions; accepted design concepts, graphic user interface and standards; project management methods and models, file size and image compression issues, graphic creation and manipulation tools, applications for web programming languages and technologies.
Must have the ability to create, design and implement user-friendly and creative digital media, forms and surveys of professional quality graphics for use on regional website(s).
Must be able to establish, plan and organize work, meet schedules and timelines, maintain records and prepare reports.
Must be able to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action, work independently with little direction and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to appraise various program elements, evaluate and recommend improvements to best achieve goals.
Must possess the ability to adjust work operations to meet urgent or changing situations.
Skill in producing written information so that an intended audience(s) with different levels of understanding; with various points of view; with varying comprehension levels or indifference to material presented, understands the material.
Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conducts research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
Education
A bachelor's degree from an accredited university in multimedia and graphics, information systems or related field PLUS TWO YEARS recent experience with client/server, database or web development tools is required.
OR
May be substituted by the an equivalent combination of directly related education, training, AND THREE YEARS recent experience that demonstrates skill in applying client/server, database or web development tools.
Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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This position is located within the Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Support Services (N94) Commercial Activities Program. The purpose of this position is to design and maintain FFR digital media for all sites assigned to the Mid-Atlantic region.
Duties
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Develops, designs, revises and maintains the content FFR electronic media to include web technology (internet presence and associated links), mobile content development, interactive media solutions, motion graphics and animation, video production. Determines management needs and requirements for digital media and creates content or adapts existing content to a web-friendly format while maintaining the logical structure of the content. Develops a steady stream of new information in the form of text and/or graphics.
Ensures all electronic media is in compliance with Navy regulations, CNIC instructions and departmental priorities and objectives. Researches and reviews associated technology and social media that might be considered complimentary to MWR programs (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.). Coordinates with site liaisons to develop and identify items of interest. Determines placement and timeliness of information submitted including special events, facility renovations, activities and programs.
Creates, develops and implements a marketing plan and timeline for all digital media. Accountable for fine-tuning and updating information based on feedback from users and regional staff. Responsible for typing, importing and editing all text and graphics placed on the internet.
Coordinates with Information Technology (IT) staff to address and resolve technical problems, discuss new technology and resources, and maintain sufficient server space and requirements. Liaise with website users, Information Technology staff, and other agencies as required or necessary.
Responsible for complying with standards, operating procedures and objectives relative to the operation of the electronic media program. Designs artwork in the form of flyers for various programs and services. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Conditions of employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- This position generally works during regular working hours, however, may be subject to an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends and/or holidays in support of the activities serviced.
- As a ITII position, employment is conditional on the successful completion of a National Agency Check and passing a SF-86 Eligibility for Secret Clearance upon hire and periodically thereafter.
- Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
- Must be able to carry items up to 45 lbs. unassisted, and higher weights with assistance while performing certain troubleshooting tasks.
- Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
The position requires knowledge of a variety of methods, techniques, and materials used in the design, production, and reproduction of visual products to plan the technical details of, or produce, aesthetically composed visual products in a timely manner.
Must possess documented experience in the following areas: knowledge of current digital media software applications and tools to include Adobe Suite featuring PremierePro, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and InDesign; FTL/HTTP/HTML concepts and technologies; troubleshooting strategies for PC platforms and various internet browsers and versions; accepted design concepts, graphic user interface and standards; project management methods and models, file size and image compression issues, graphic creation and manipulation tools, applications for web programming languages and technologies.
Must have the ability to create, design and implement user-friendly and creative digital media, forms and surveys of professional quality graphics for use on regional website(s).
Must be able to establish, plan and organize work, meet schedules and timelines, maintain records and prepare reports.
Must be able to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action, work independently with little direction and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to appraise various program elements, evaluate and recommend improvements to best achieve goals.
Must possess the ability to adjust work operations to meet urgent or changing situations.
Skill in producing written information so that an intended audience(s) with different levels of understanding; with various points of view; with varying comprehension levels or indifference to material presented, understands the material.
Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conducts research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
Education
A bachelor's degree from an accredited university in multimedia and graphics, information systems or related field PLUS TWO YEARS recent experience with client/server, database or web development tools is required.
OR
May be substituted by the an equivalent combination of directly related education, training, AND THREE YEARS recent experience that demonstrates skill in applying client/server, database or web development tools.
Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Help
Review our benefits