ACT1 Federal is seeking a Media & Communications Specialist to join our team supporting the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies (TSC). In this role, you will develop multi-media products to support TSC courses, events, and activities, with a primary focus on videography and photography.
What You'll Do
- Develop multi-media products to support the Center's courses, events, and activities.
- Create print and electronic promotional and informational material, including news releases, newsletters, event announcements, reports, and other publications.
- Assist with the Center's publication efforts, including journals, bulletins, and newsletters.
- Assist with special video projects, including podcasts, capturing B-roll footage, assisting with distance learning objectives, and developing informational presentations.
- Ensure all multi-media products follow TSC branding guidelines.
- Attend meetings with the TSC Strat Comms team or others as scheduled.
- Coordinate with faculty and staff regarding videography, photography, graphics, or other support for courses, strategic engagement events, or other activities.
- Assist with the design and refinement of the TSC website, social media pages, and public and alumni internet sites.
- Contribute to the expansion and further development of TSC media-related products and processes; assist with developing media-related guiding documents.
- Develop a positive image of the organization through multi-media products and personal interaction; attend special events and establish relationships with participants, alumni, visitors, and VIPs.
- Travel occasionally to support TSC events and activities inside and outside Alaska, including elsewhere in the United States or overseas.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience working as a media and communications specialist at a news media, think tank, regional center, university, USG agency, or advertising agency.
- SECRET clearance is required.
Nice to Have
- Experience recording videos, podcasts, and webinars.
- Experience with various audio, photo, and video editing equipment.
- Experience working with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop.
Technical Stack
- DaVinci Resolve
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
Team & Environment
You will work closely with the Government Multi-Media Specialist, the Public Affairs Officer, and the Strategic Communications Specialist. The role involves regular interface with TSC leadership, faculty, and staff.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401K with employer match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Military Leave
- Education, Training & Professional Development
- Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care
- Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Anchorage, AK.
ACT1 Federal is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.
