Trainee Visual Effects Animator Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Summary
Must be highly mobile to provide on-site event coverage. Duties require walking, standing for extended periods, and carrying digital media equipment (e.g., cameras, gimbals, tripods) during events. Work is performed in a mix of office settings and on location at various indoor/outdoor events. Must be able to work an irregular tour of duty, which includes after-hours, weekends, and holidays to provide live streaming and media support for FSS activities.
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Production & Editing: Works under the Marketing Director to create/modify digital images, graphics, and storyboards. Digitizes, edits, and mixes audio, video, and visual recordings (incorporating special effects, animation, and music libraries).
Prepares raw footage into polished products that meet industry standards.
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Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• Position is a drug testing designated position; subject to random testing for drug use.
• Must be able to workdays, nights, weekends and holidays as needed to support events/programs

Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/14/2026
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Technical Operations: Operates standard photography and motion picture equipment. Configures peripheral lighting, sounds equipment, and determines optimal camera angles/shot sequencing. - Identifies and prepares script breakdowns, shot lists, and special effects.
Coordination & Compliance: Reviews/edits photos, scripts, and media to ensure alignment with FSS communication themes, protocols, and policies. Research subject matter and arranges specialized equipment for unique assignments.
Field Support: Attends community events and programs to provide active media coverage. Authorized to operate government vehicles (e.g., light trucks, sedans, golf carts) to support transport and field operations.
Core Experience: Progressively responsible professional photography and videography experience.
Portfolio Requirement: Must provide a portfolio showcasing a diverse collection of well-executed photos and videos.
Software Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.) or other professional editing software.
Equipment Operation: Hands-on experience operating a variety of cameras and related video equipment.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13025672
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
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.
Additional information
Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.

• U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct deposit is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• A probationary period may be required.
• Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
• Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
• This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
• Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Benefits Not Applicable (N/A)
Explanation: Because this is a flexible, non-guaranteed-hour Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) position, it does not carry eligibility for federal employee benefits.
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