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Washington, Dc, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Serving as a Public Affairs Specialist at Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC). NHHC is responsible for the collection, preservation, analysis, and interpretation of U.S. Naval history and oversees nine Navy museums and 350 personnel across 12 locations nationwide.Key Responsibilities:Assist in the creation, editing, and review of various written materials, including communication plans, media advisories, press releases, briefing papers, statements, social media content, scripts, blogs, and presentations. Maintaine adherence to journalistic accuracy standards following AP and DoD Style Guides.Collaborate with a team to develop and execute social media marketing strategies for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Utilize Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Premier Pro, to create communication materials, such as toolkits, templates, photographs, videos, and infographics, for campaigns supporting various events and initiatives.Source and curate historical naval engagement videos from the National Archives for distribution on command social platforms to enhance NHHC's awareness efforts.Manage public affairs responsibilities for various events and initiatives within NHHC.Collaborate with internal and external partners to support NHHC's communication goals.Respond to public information queries.

The duties performed by MCs include:• Prepare and write news and feature articles for publication• Photograph events for publication and historic documentation• Operate and maintain a variety of state-of-the-art still and video cameras• Operate computer-based graphics software and desktop publishing systems• Create original visual information displays and graphics• Multi-media design and production• Design and manage public and secure websites• Layout and design military newspapers and magazines• Manage radio and television stations• Operate video and electronic imaging equipment• Operate digital electronic reproduction equipment• Edit video news, features, and documentation• Shoot still photographs and video for accident or incident investigations• Conduct interviews• Market stories• Perform as a Public Affairs Officer

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Directed operational and logistical aspects of White House Television and the White House Communications Agency missions, orchestrating successful execution of Presidential and Vice Presidential communication endeavors. Led a 15-member team, coordinating over 200 domestic and international trips for the President and Vice President, ensuring around-the-clock, no fail mission support.

Naples Area, Italy

Served at U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, orchestrating comprehensive communication strategies. Oversaw content approval for all multimedia assets and U.S. Navy Public Affairs and Visual Information units across Europe and Africa, ensuring accuracy and alignment with DoD messaging standards. Delivered impactful photographic, written, and video coverage, along with strategic public affairs support to commanders of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet.

Greater San Diego Area

Served as a Content Producer and subsequently Creative Director aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS George Washington (CVN 73), and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Spearheaded the production and dissemination of daily multimedia content, including videos, audio, photography, and print materials, crucially supporting a crew of over 5000 personnel. Supported multiple major multi-national naval exercises and played a pivotal role in implementing the Carrier Strike Group’s strategic communications plan, resulting in the success of critical maritime operations and activities.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Security Studies

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Communication And Media Studies

Intermediate Photojournalism

Learned established communication theories and best practices of photojournalismin in order to be an effective multi-platform.

Basic Mass Communication Specialist Course, Communication And Media Studies

The Defense Information School (DINFOS) is a component of the DoD’s Defense Media Activity. Its primary purpose is to train members of all.