Charles F. Day & Associates
Media Specialist (Print Reporter & Broadcast Media Specialist)
Charles F. Day & Associates, Lawton, Oklahoma, United States, 73505
CFDay is seeking a highly skilled Media Specialist to support Department of Defense (DoD) operations. This position is on-call/intermittent and requires 100% travel when supporting missions. The ideal candidate will possess both print reporting and broadcast media expertise to effectively serve as a versatile media professional. This role demands proficiency in videography, editing, and writing, ensuring a well-rounded media skill set for dynamic content creation in high-pressure, mission-critical environments.
Position Type: Part-time/On-call, 100% Travel Required Passport and DoD Security Clearance Required Location: Various Locations (DoD Operations Support)
Job Description/Duties:
Conduct interviews and manage news conferences, handling both the video and written content. Produce and edit television news stories, covering various aspects of a scenario while adhering to strict editorial guidelines. Collaborate with the team to integrate all developed elements (scripts, video footage, graphics, etc.) into a cohesive finished product. Contribute to writing articles, press releases, and other forms of print media to complement broadcast media coverage. Act as a media role player when required, engaging in realistic, scenario-driven media interactions to simulate real-world operations. Work within tightly coordinated scenario guidelines, ensuring that all media content is aligned with mission objectives. Experience/Qualifications:
Minimum of 6 years of public affairs or real-world media experience, including both print reporting and broadcast media. Proficiency in videography and video editing, with experience producing broadcast-quality content. Strong writing skills for producing articles, scripts, and press materials. Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred. Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro is highly preferred but not required. Ability to work in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision while adhering to mission-critical deadlines. Experience in military/public affairs media roles is a plus. Ability to travel on short notice and work in diverse, often high-pressure environments.
Charles F. Day & Associates, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Position Type: Part-time/On-call, 100% Travel Required Passport and DoD Security Clearance Required Location: Various Locations (DoD Operations Support)
Job Description/Duties:
Conduct interviews and manage news conferences, handling both the video and written content. Produce and edit television news stories, covering various aspects of a scenario while adhering to strict editorial guidelines. Collaborate with the team to integrate all developed elements (scripts, video footage, graphics, etc.) into a cohesive finished product. Contribute to writing articles, press releases, and other forms of print media to complement broadcast media coverage. Act as a media role player when required, engaging in realistic, scenario-driven media interactions to simulate real-world operations. Work within tightly coordinated scenario guidelines, ensuring that all media content is aligned with mission objectives. Experience/Qualifications:
Minimum of 6 years of public affairs or real-world media experience, including both print reporting and broadcast media. Proficiency in videography and video editing, with experience producing broadcast-quality content. Strong writing skills for producing articles, scripts, and press materials. Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred. Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro is highly preferred but not required. Ability to work in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision while adhering to mission-critical deadlines. Experience in military/public affairs media roles is a plus. Ability to travel on short notice and work in diverse, often high-pressure environments.
Charles F. Day & Associates, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.