Multimedia Specialist

The Multimedia Specialist serves as videographer, still photographer, script-writer video producer and multimedia expert to create a variety of digital communication products. Products include external communication videos; video news stories; videography, photography and livestreaming of special events, conferences, symposiums, community activities and producing Podcast episodes. Provides multimedia support for digital media using appropriate software, including, but not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, and After Effects. Researches, prepares, and disseminates visual information and new media through various communication outlets, including digital media outlets, web, and social media. Responsible for story development and conducting video interviews. Must be proficient in motion graphics, dynamic and static infographics, video lighting and sound design. Must be proficient in operating audiovisual equipment and audiovisual editing. Visual communication will be in accordance with appropriate branding and editorial style guides. Must be proficient in livestreaming and use of appropriate equipment.

This position will be onsite at the Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C.

Telework may be possible 2 days a week at the customer’s discretion. Travel may be required to perform livestreaming/video requirements within the U.S. Position must be able to travel on relatively short notice. Travel may range from one day to one week. Frequency of travel varies. 

As part of the Leidos team, you will work with an experienced group of communications professionals who are dedicated to supporting our government clients. If you are interested in working with experts in, multimedia, have a desire to be part of an innovative and creative communications team, and want the opportunity to take on challenging and interesting projects, this job is for you. At Leidos, you will work in a fast-paced and diverse environment, enjoy flexible work arrangements, and will have a management team that encourages your career development and growth.

At Leidos, we value and support the well-being and mobility of our employees with competitive benefit packages, complementary e-learning training, work-life flexibility, an exciting External Referral Program, and a diverse, inclusive and ethical workplace. In fact, in 2022, Leidos was ranked as one of the “World's Most Ethical Companies” by the Ethisphere Institute for the fifth consecutive year.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism, video production, or related communication field from an accredited college or university and five years of related experience; or master’s degree in broadcast journalism, video production, or related communication field from an accredited college or university and three years of related experience; or high-school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of experience in broadcast journalism, video production, or related broadcast field. 

• Five years of directly relevant multimedia experience involving frequent, high-level technical, and time-critical needs in the visual marketing, media, digital communication and public information service areas.

• Requires experience in managing projects with specific results and deadlines.

• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and superior oral and writing skills, as well as outstanding project management abilities.

• Must be responsible for consistently upgrading and maintaining technical skills and capabilities in the application of emerging media technologies and software.

• Must have experience using Adobe Creative Cloud. 

• US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DOJ clearance