Audiovisual Production Specialist

Summary This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Office of Communications, Office of Communications (OC), Creative Services Group, Division of Multimedia Services. As an Audiovisual Production Specialist, GS-1071-13, you will be involved in production and post-production functions to produce videotaped and live television programs for training, management communication and public information purposes. Learn more about this agency Duties Plans, organizes, and designs original TV/Video productions from informational material supplied by subject matter specialists and clients. Provides technical direction to studio staff for the operation of professional television equipment and systems such as broadcast cameras, Camera Control Units (CCUs), teleprompters, studio lighting systems, audio gear and computer technology. Leads pre-production meetings, gathering technical and artistic input on effects and processes to enhance the effectiveness of the video product. Leads post-production meetings to review and evaluate staff, effects and processes used to assemble, adjust, and enhance the audio and visual elements of a finished product. Serves as a consultant and advisor to the Division Director and subject-matter experts, providing important information on (e.g. technical requirements, design, cost estimates, equipment needs, etc.) that will be produced to meet client's needs. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or National to apply for this position. You will be subject to a background and suitability investigation. Selective Service: Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered or exempt from Selective Service - http://www.sss.gov One-year probationary period may be required If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice Qualifications ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Your resume (limited to no more than 2 pages) must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from being considered further. In order to qualify for the GS-13, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: . Collaborating with senior-level officials to develop and produce video and multimedia content for healthcare national programs such as Medicare Open Enrollment, Health Insurance Marketplace initiatives, Medicare Fraud Prevention and national healthcare partner- and provider-facing training materials; AND Delivering brand-aligned communications that translate technical or policy information into digital products compliant with accessibility standards such as Section 508; AND Developing content using video production systems such as the Sony Burano camera system, Adobe Creative Suite and DaVinci Resolve post-production tools, to produce finished products for distribution and publication on social media platforms; AND Producing communication products or instructional materials for nationwide audiences. Work Sample: A portfolio of work sample(s) may be requested before a final selection is made. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12965730 Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Bargaining Unit Position: Yes, American Federation of Government Employees, 1923. Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentive: Not Authorized Relocation Incentive: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure: Not Required Workplace Flexibility at CMS: This position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to the CMS office listed in this announcement. CMS offers flexible working arrangements and allows employees the opportunity to participate in alternative work schedules at the manager's discretion. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced federal employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit the required documentation and be rated well-qualified for this vacancy. Click here for a detailed description of the required supporting documents. A well-qualified applicant is one whose knowledge, skills and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements of the position. Additional information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp. Expand Hide  additional information 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. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.