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Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Multimedia Specialist designs and develops audiovisual, multimedia and graphics projects supporting training projects within the program offices. This position will work closely with program offices, subject matter experts, multimedia specialists, programmers and instructional designers to design and develop student materials and instructional content that ensure standards are met.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in technical projects including local area network connectivity, Audio/Visual equipment management, visual displays and still and video shooting and editing. This may include simulator operations support.
• Supports various program office conference rooms and classroom multimedia equipment.
• Provides video and still camera support for various program offices.
• Provides video and still editing and support for various program offices.
• Researches and collects supporting multimedia materials needed for training development and other program office projects.
• Assists in connection of networked systems to include multiuser training simulators.
• Acts as simulator operator or simulator participant.
• Supports programs in the layout of artwork, displays, presentations, logos, brochures, posters, signs and various other informational material.
• Supports programs in the development of digital displays and presentations in any required mode.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of new technologies in the graphic art field, video recording, still photo enhancement and audio recordings.
• Maintains and manages document control of all current and revised digital multimedia materials.
• Assembles and operates audiovisual presentation equipment such as digital cameras and LCD projectors.
• Creates audio masters and sound tracks for presentations, DVDs/CD-ROMS and video clips.
• Takes digital photos at course locations, re-touching and formatting photographic images in digital formats for electronic documents for inclusion into course curriculum.
• Sets up and accomplishes DVD/CD disk productions.
• Edits video/audio for class presentation.
• Advises on program office acquisition of new multimedia equipment and materials.
• Maintains professional competence and specialized knowledge base by keeping abreast of emerging themes and best practices in multimedia and graphics methodology.
• Occasional local travel may be required.
• May work independently on small (<10 hours) projects with little guidance and collaborate with other specialists on larger projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Associate’s degree in computer graphics, multimedia, animation, film production, or related area; OR, five (5) years of demonstrated skilled work in one of the above fields
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of formal education and relevant work experience, preferably in a training environment
• Knowledge of the use of digital graphics and image editing software, and desktop publishing programs; knowledge of digital videography including editing and video camera operation
• Knowledge of a variety of methods, techniques and materials used in the design, production, and reproduction of visual products
• Basic understanding of computer gaming systems
• Good computer software and hardware skills including networks
• Secret Clearance is required.
• Due to the nature of work at the client’s site, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must possess excellent written and spoken command of the English language
• Must be proficient in digital photography
• Must be proficient in Windows Professional Operating Systems and/or IOS, particularly, Microsoft applications (MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• SCA Health & Welfare fringe benefits.
• Telemedicine
• Dental & Vision
• EAP
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.