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Distant Moon

Sr. Film Editor

Leesburg, VA · On-site

... commercial, and narrative projects while helping shape the creative standards of the post ... Handle temp sound design, music editing, and supporting audio work during the editorial process

Distant Moon

Film Editor

Leesburg, VA · On-site

... narrative projects from assembly through final delivery. This role is for an editor with strong ... Handle basic temp sound design, music editing, and supporting audio work during editorial process

Cvent

Lead Content Designer (UX)

Tysons, VA · On-site

... design. We do more than just look at the words. We advocate for our users by collaborating with product designers, researchers, product managers, and more to craft a product narrative that guides ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in narrative design?

To thrive as a Narrative Designer, you need expertise in storytelling, creative writing, and interactive narrative structures, often supported by a background in game design, literature, or related fields. Familiarity with game engines (such as Unity or Unreal), scripting languages, and narrative management tools like Twine or Articy Draft is typically required. Strong collaboration, adaptability, and communication skills set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These competencies ensure that narrative elements are cohesively integrated into gameplay, enhancing player engagement and the overall quality of interactive experiences.

What does a narrative designer do?

Narrative Designers typically spend their days developing storylines, writing dialogue, and creating character backstories that align with the game’s design and vision. They work closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure that the narrative is seamlessly integrated into all aspects of gameplay. In addition to drafting and revising scripts, they often participate in team meetings to discuss feedback, adjust narrative elements, and collaborate on interactive storytelling solutions. This role may involve playtesting, revising content based on user experience insights, and maintaining documentation to ensure consistency throughout the development process.

What is a narrative design?

A Narrative Design job focuses on shaping the storytelling elements of a game, including world-building, character development, and how the story unfolds through gameplay. Unlike traditional writing, narrative design integrates story with mechanics, ensuring the narrative is interactive and engaging. It involves collaboration with game designers, writers, and developers to create a cohesive player experience.

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Visual Communications & Change Adoption Strategist

NetImpact Strategies

Herndon, VA • On-site, Remote

$100K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description


NetImpact Strategies is seeking a Visual Communications & Change Adoption Strategist with master-level expertise in translating complex discussions, change objectives, and communication strategy into clear, actionable, multi-channel outputs. The ideal candidate is a seasoned strategist who understands the purpose behind each communication touchpoint - what it must achieve, who it needs to influence, and how narrative structure, messaging clarity, and visual framing shape stakeholder understanding, readiness, and adoption. This person operates effectively in real time: attending working sessions, rapidly synthesizing what they hear, and converting it into communication concepts, stakeholder engagement needs, training implications, and structured narratives that support adoption across diverse audiences. Their background reflects years of judgment-building in high-change environments, with the ability to translate messy, technical, or fast-moving information into communication pathways that move people toward clarity, trust, and buy-in.
Key Responsibilities
  • Translate OCM strategy, messaging frameworks, and communication plans into finished creative products across print, digital, social, and video formats
  • Design and produce training materials (job aids, slide decks, quick reference guides, e-learning visual assets, video walkthroughs) that support adoption across the NAS
  • Develop internal social media content (Teams, SharePoint, internal newsletters) and external social media content (public-facing platforms, coalition channels) with messaging and tone calibrated to each audience
  • Partner with OCM leads and communication strategists to understand the intent behind each deliverable before producing it, and raise design or messaging concerns when something risks undermining that intent
  • Partner with external organizations (e.g., Modern Skies Coalition) to develop shared or co-branded creative assets that maintain alignment with FAA/BNATCS standards and external objectives
  • Develop and maintain visual standards and templates that keep BNATCS materials consistent and recognizable across the program, for both internal and external use
  • Edit and produce short-form video content (leadership messages, training walkthroughs, town hall recaps, coalition or public-facing features) from raw footage or scripted concepts
  • Adapt content for different audiences and channels, external coalition and industry audiences, and public-facing formats
  • Bring creative, out-of-the-box concepts to communication and training challenges, pushing beyond standard federal templates when a fresher approach will drive better adoption or engagement
  • Maintain a working knowledge of accessibility and Section 508 compliance standards for federal materials
  • Manage multiple concurrent design requests against program deadlines, often with quick turnaround windows tied to workshop cycles or leadership communications
  • Present design concepts and rationale to program stakeholders, including non-design audiences, in a way that connects creative choices back to adoption goals

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • 8-11 years of demonstrated strategic communications and multimedia design experience translating complex ideas into clear, executive-ready print, digital, training, and video products in fast-paced environments;
  • Master's degree in Strategic Communications, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or similar degree; Bachelor's degree with 10-13 years may be substituted in lieu of Master's degree;
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust and pass FAA suitability, which includes a rigorous financial background check. (US Citizen);
  • Strong understanding of visual hierarchy, messaging clarity, and how design decisions affect audience comprehension and behavior;
  • Demonstrated ability to translate a complex strategic or communication idea across multiple formats (verbal summary, visual narrative, written messaging, training guidance, PowerPoint, short-form video) while maintaining consistency of intent;
  • Experience working in accelerated environments with shifting priorities; able to independently anticipate next steps and adjust quickly without losing strategic intent;
  • Ability to attend working sessions and immediately translate discussion points into communication concepts, stakeholder engagement needs, training requirements, and visual approaches;
  • Excellent collaboration and presentation skills, including the ability to explain design rationale to technical and non-technical stakeholders alike; and
  • Executive-ready communication presence, including ability to navigate questions, negotiate creative direction, and clearly articulate rationale to senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated proficiency in industry-standard design and video tools (Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint; Premiere Pro, After Effects, or equivalent);
  • Strong portfolio showing range across print, digital/social, PowerPoint, and video work, with evidence of strategic thinking behind the design choices, not just technical execution;
  • Prior experience supporting a federal program, ideally within FAA, DoT, or another large federal modernization effort;
  • Familiarity with organizational change management principles (Prosci/Kotter or similar) and how design supports adoption curves;
  • Experience developing training materials or e-learning content;
  • Experience working within a prime/sub-contractor structure;
  • Experience developing content for external coalitions, industry partnerships, or public-facing communication campaigns; and
  • Experience managing brand consistency across internal and external channels simultaneously

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Salary Minimum
USD $100,000.00
Salary Maximum
USD $145,000.00
About Us
At NetImpact Strategies, we post salary ranges in compliance with the specific labor laws and regulations of each county and state, ensuring transparency and fairness in our hiring practices. This approach reflects our commitment to adhering to legal requirements and promoting equitable pay standards across all regions where we operate. The posted salary range for this role is $120,000-157,000. The posted salary range is not an exact indication of the actual compensation offered and is instead a range of what NetImpact, in good faith, could compensate at the lowest and most high end of the salary market. In general, NetImpact may not pay the top of the salary range. Compensations are determined by several mitigating factors including skillset, experience, trainings, location, and other factors including benefits packages.
Perks of working at NetImpact Strategies
  • Your health comes first - we offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision insurance that starts the first of the month after you join the team
  • Invest in your future - 401(k) Plan - Immediately vested employer contributions; no matching required
  • Work hard, play hard - we offer a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, one (1) additional day of paid wellness leave per calendar year, and observe ten (10) federal holidays
  • Pawsitively pawesome - Pet Insurance (because our little critters are part of our families, too!)
  • Invest in your education - Tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, & company-sponsored industry certifications!
  • Be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment recently ranked by The Washington Post as a Top Work Place in 2019, 2021,2022, 2023, & 2024!
  • Have fun and celebrate and give back - Team building activities, community volunteering, quarterly HQ days, wellness events, happy hours, family fun events, and more!

NetImpact Strategies Inc. (NetImpact) has been a Trusted Advisor driving impact through digital transformation for the Federal Government for over a decade. We solve complex problems with innovation and agility to create meaningful, transformative, and enduring change. As Trusted Advisors, NetImpact professionals partner with customer agencies to deliver solutions that empower them to not only meet their missions but also realize their strategic vision through agile, outcome-focused solutions addressing both strategic and tactical requirements. We design and implement comprehensive, tailored solutions that are both mindful of the client's culture and organizational dynamics. NetImpact's core values and commitment to a customer and results-oriented delivery approach has propelled our growth and enabled us to deliver impactful value across Strategic Consulting, Process Automation, Cloud, DevSecOps, Data and Analytics, and Cyber Security for the Federal Government.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTE
NetImpact Strategies is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is NetImpact's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, NetImpact will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made NetImpact aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause undue hardship to NetImpact. If you are an applicant and need reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within NetImpact, or request reasonable accommodation to utilize NetImpact's online employment application, please contact careers@netimpactstrategies.com.

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