Broadcast Technician (Graphic Artist) #161 Job in Washington DC, DC

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• May serve as director and/or technical director.
• Participates in Continuity of Operations (COOP) Planning, including exercises, drills and training.
• Stay updated with industry trends, video editing techniques, and software to continuously improve your skills and knowledge.

Required Work Experience

• One to three years of experience working with audio and video broadcast and recording equipment, or graphic design.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Proficient in graphic design software.
• Proficient in using character generators.
• Ability to create and document a style guide and maintain consistency in visual language to adhere to brand guidelines.
• Experienced in building and developing graphics for various platforms/delivery devices.
• Experience with motion graphic software preferred.
• Knowledge of the operational and maintenance characteristics of a variety of broadcast equipment used to produce live or recorded productions. 
• Knowledge of the techniques used to produce live or recorded television productions.
• Knowledge of pre- and post-production techniques. 
• Knowledge of safety precautions normally associated with broadcast and recording studio work.
• Ability to set up and operate a variety of audio and video production equipment.
• Ability to set up video teleconferencing software for use in live television. 
• Ability to coordinate production requirements and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to direct diverse productions, coordinate production requirements and schedule productions.
• Ability to communicate effectively while working with others using tact and diplomacy.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• Keeps up with new trends in broadcast design, animation techniques, and emerging software to ensure work remains fresh and innovative.
• Ability to proactively propose new visual trends for elements that can improve the brand’s identity while maintaining the integrity of the style guide.

Working Conditions

• Moderate (carrying of items less than 50 pounds).
• In the event of an emergency, the position may require on-site reporting within 2 hours.
• Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email employment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Email

employment@saa.senate.gov

Address

U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001