Multimedia Production Specialist

Summary The Congressional Research Service (CRS), Congressional Programs and Communications Office, of the Office of the Director (DIR) is seeking a Multimedia Production Specialist. The ideal candidate provides technical support in the pre-production, production, and post-production phases for video content. Responsibilities The Multimedia Production Specialist will assist with audiovisual production for CRS events (including lighting, video recording, and audio mixing); recording, editing and producing audio and video content for Congress and CRS employees; and providing administrative support for multimedia-related activities. The DIR Congressional Programs and Communications Office is responsible for activities including, but not limited to the following: Coordinating over 250 programs and seminars for Congress each year; Producing videos and podcasts to inform Congress; Engaging in outreach to Congress, including developing and presenting information about CRS programs, products and services; and, Managing media relations, social media, websites and internal communications. Individuals with multimedia production experience and knowledge of public policy and the U.S. Congress are strongly encouraged to apply. CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century. CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation’s best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees. The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that ensures the Service is well positioned to anticipate and meet the information and analytical research needs of a 21st-century Congress. Multimedia Production Specialist duties include: Ability to communicate orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical staff concerning multimedia activities. Knowledge in providing technical support in the capture, edit, and presentation of CRS Congressional and internal programs, videos, and podcasts. Ability to provides technical support in the video pre-production, production, and postproduction. Knowledge in production support in the form of audio equipment operation, setup production planning, on-location staffing needs and equipment maintenance. Ability to provide technical support in the capture, edit, and presentation of CRS Congressional and internal programs, videos, and podcasts. Knowledge in operation of professional audio and video recording equipment, digital format conversion, video capture, audio capture and enhancement, video content edit, and presentation technologies. Ability to advise on the technical advantages and disadvantages of various formats, styles, media, and methods of reproduction, suggesting those that will best meet the information objectives of each project. The position description number for this position is 459221. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position may work a flexitime or compflex work schedule. The tour of duty for this position is full-time. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement. Requirements Conditions of Employment Conditions of Employment Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment. Qualifications Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to produce and edit video and audio content * Ability to interact collaboratively with others * Ability to operate professional audiovisual equipment** Ability to coordinate equipment operation and maintenance. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Education Additional Information Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade. The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: Vetting Process This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. 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