Beavercreek, OH - Contract - Posted August 15, 2024
The Media Communications Specialist role involves creating, reviewing, and producing media products to ensure consistent and accurate outward messaging for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The Media Communications Specialist plays a crucial role in shaping the visual and messaging strategy of AFRL/RS.
• Creates, edits, and finalizes media products using applications like PowerPoint, Word, and other relevant tools to communicate AFRL/RS messaging effectively. • Works with AFRL/RS leadership to capture, document, and archive outward messaging and update campaign messaging as needed. • Designs engaging visual content, including animations, motion graphics, and renderings, for both online and print formats, adhering to established branding guidelines. • Supports the design and procurement of marketing materials for events and recruitment, ensuring they align with AFRL branding. • Provides a variety of graphic services, including the creation of custom artwork, signs, posters, and brochures, and integrates multimedia products into displays. • Utilizes graphic design tools and principles, creativity, and the ability to produce high-quality visual content that supports the organization’s communication and marketing efforts. • Manages media plan development within prescribed budgets and schedules. • Develops and oversees media strategies and recommendations. • Researches, evaluates, and analyses appropriate media vehicles; prepares reports and recommendations based on analysis. • Prepares and presents media plans to management. • Develops and maintains knowledge of trends, innovations, and opportunities to improve and/or adjust media sources. • Monitors and evaluates media advertising results; prepares reports and recommends changes. • Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Strong online and traditional media planning skills. • Commitment to excellence and high standards • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Excellent presentation skills. • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm • Proficient in MS Office and graphics applications • Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines • Strong interpersonal skills. • Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions • Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
• Three to five years of related experience
COMPETENCIES: • Design--Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. • Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. • Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; is able to read and interpret written information. • Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. • Innovation--Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Frequently required to stand • Frequently required to walk • Frequently required to sit • Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity • Frequently required to talk or hear • Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard • Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 25 pounds
9/30/2024
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