Media Specialist Job in Quantico, VA

Vacancy No. 71525 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $80,000.00 to $110,000.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/16/2025 Close Date 2/2/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Quantico, VA


Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

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Duties

Serves as Media Specialist within the Business and Support Services Division (MR), Headquarters Marine Corps. Creates, plans, designs and prepares graphic representations for a variety of branding, marketing, and program/product promotions.  Employs extensive use of computer graphics systems, or comparable state-of-the-art equipment, to generate required graphics.  

Responsible for the design and production of branding and marketing materials including print collateral, interactive presentations, exhibit displays, interior and exterior signage, posters, websites, social media assets, advertisements, mobile apps and long and short form videos. Develops artwork into various media including print, video, animation, etc. as per the project requirements. Must be proficient with the development of camera-ready print files of both spot-color and CMYK color, extensive knowledge of video production and digital printing processes. Facilitates consistency across local field command's advertising and marketing materials. Provides creative guidance and graphic assistance to field command's personnel on projects that communicate specific messaging, plans and projects.

Selects, analyzes, recommends and obtains cost estimates from outside vendors for approved project services such as photographers, product manufacturers, and printers. Prioritizes, tracks, handles, and maintains records of the elements, costs, and timelines of multiple projects while working within a defined budget. Directs and provides artistic guidance to external contractors to include design conference meetings, mock-up designs, follow up phone discussions and online meetings. Ensures contractor's proofs are correct and support brand standards. Responsible for final approval of all artwork before printing and production.

Designs and manages production of advertising circulars, direct mail, and other promotional materials. Photographs on-site projects using advanced photography knowledge and skills. Conducts in-person photographic or videographic direction to include model poses, expression, interaction, lighting, background, props. Stylizes and sets-up product still photography shots and video shoots. Utilizes photo editing software for color correction and image manipulation on all final photographs to support pre-press standards. Selects and purchases stock photography for advertising materials and manages a full photo library. Archives and maintains digital copies of final, completed artwork and photography files. Defines, documents, implements and supports continued graphic design process improvement.                          
                                                                                                                             
Meets with internal branches, organizations and departments as well as external constituents regarding project specifications, including content, graphic direction, materials selection, output recommendations, timelines, and media requirements.

Performs other related duties as assigned. May travel to complete work assignments.

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.
 

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Fine Art, Graphic Art, Commercial Art or a related field appropriate to work of the position; AND THREE YEARS of experience in the occupation; OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above, OR appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above.

Must have proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite of products as well as ability to quickly adapt to new technology that may be adapted by the organization. Proficiency in Microsoft business software is essential. Knowledge of methods and procedures of all visual information media techniques and production such as electronic media imaging, editing and on-location and studio still photography, videography, computer and manual graphic arts and the resource requirement for their accomplishment.

Eligible for incremental telework as determined by MR/MF policy.
 

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. 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. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
           *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
           *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

•      Stability of Federal Civilian Service

•      People with passion for doing work that matters

•      Quality of Work Life Balance

•      Competitive Pay

•      Comprehensive Benefit Packages

•      Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

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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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Required Documents

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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.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.  Resumes with photos will not be considered. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

Agency contact information

BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
Address
BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
DIVISION
3044 CATLIN AVE
QUANTICO, VA 22134-5003
USA
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Next steps

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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