The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Audiovisual Production Specialist, to communicate training through the development and execution of audiovisual productions (i.e. videotaped media, podcasts; distance learning; micro-learning and/or other similar productions).

Duties

Create audiovisual productions consisting of recorded sound, narration and music as accompaniments to training video, slides, or exhibits. Stage productions in specially equipped recording venues. Edit web and podcast productions utilizing audiovisual editing systems. Monitor and control the technical quality of the product using appropriate audiovisual editing software. Develop, analyze and select appropriate information and presentation of the information in a form and at a level suitable for the intended audience.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
• Incentive for prior non-federal work experience or active duty uniformed service for determining leave accrual rate is being offered
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending or stretching, or recurring lifting of moderately heavy equipment
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours. and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Disclosure of Political Appointments is required
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander’s designated representative(s).

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements for 1071 series and Group Standard forAdministrative & Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of an Audiovisual Production Specialist Specialized experience is experience which may have been gained while assisting with work in the production of videotaped and live television programs; live and prerecorded radio broadcasts; motion picture films; broadcast type closed circuit teleconferences; and other similar productions, such as slide shows with sound accompaniments. The work requires the ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of writers, editors, actors, narrators, musicians, set designers, audio and lighting technicians, camera operators, and other associated technical personnel to produce, select, and arrange the actions, sounds, and visual effects required for the finished production. OR EDUCATION: Threefull years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, OR LL.M in photography, radio or television production, motion picture production, or other fields related to the position. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPT AT THE TIME YOU APPLY. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position if the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100 percent. To combine education and experience, determine the total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level. Then determine the education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level. Finally, add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPT AT THE TIME YOU APPLY. To view qualification requirements, click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1000/audiovisual-production-series-1071/ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of the processes, methodologies, personnel, equipment, scripting, and related requirements involved in communicating information through audiovisual means to include knowledge of developing production schedules, coordinating staff activities, and making administrative and logistical arrangements for all phases of audiovisual production. 2. Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and practices of audiovisual production to independently perform complex assignments from inception to completion. 3. Knowledge of numerous sources of audiovisual resources and special effects, such as casting lists, shot lists, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services. 4. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to resolve procedural or factual problems and to coordinate logistics and control expenses for programs with planning and scheduling problems. 5. Skill in operating a wide range of video recording equipment, video cameras, and related items such as lighting, sound, and editing equipment. 6. Ability to produce and direct an audiovisual production; edit video, and scripts; and create computer images for audiovisual products using various production techniques. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address AF Office of Special Investigations - Pentagon 27130 Telegraph Road Quantico, VA 22134 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]