VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST I NF4*

Full Job Description

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.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Art, Commercial Art or a related field appropriate to work of the position, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.

OR three years of practical experience in an advertising environment that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above.

Must have proficiency in, Adobe Creative Suite/ CS6 (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator. Adobe InDesign, Adobe Flash, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Acrobat Pro).

Experience in photography and videography software is highly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft business software is essential. Major Duties:

The incumbent is responsible for but not limited to the following duties: overall advertising art direction of the products, services and programs at the headquarters level.

Initiates, develops and designs artistic concepts from data and translates it into marketable media campaigns in direct support of the Marine & Family Programs Division.

Visual Design & Concept Development Utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, responsible for the design and production of 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 full motion graphics and camera ready print files of both spot-color and Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key/Black (CMYK) color, supported through 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.

Administrative & Resource Management 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.

Maintains and responds to marketing ticket requests and project manages efforts to conclusion. Assembles and distributes monthly content kits to installations.

Maintains MCCS and MF Division digital library and services HQ and installation teams with servicing related to assets.

Responsible for maintaining an inventory HQ MF division marketing materials and managing a check in/out process for use. Works with and coordinates ordering of materials with installation teams.

Multimedia Production Management Designs and animates broadcast graphics. Photographs on-site projects using advanced photography knowledge and skills.

Conducts in-person photograph direction to include model poses, expression, interaction, lighting, background, props. Stylizes and sets-up product still photography shots.

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.

Consultation & Advisory Services 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. Customer Service Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on professionalism and courtesy.

Assists internal and external customers and communicates positively in a professional manner. Ask questions to determine, verify, and solve problems.

Checks for satisfaction with the quality of goods and services. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alert the higher level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.

Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.

may be required.