Staff Writer - Internal

Staff Writer — Internal

ROLE

We need a Mid-Level Internal Staff Writer for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Office of Corporate Communication (SEA 00D). NAVSEA SEA 00D supports the command mission of designing, building, delivering and sustaining the U.S. Navy’s ships, submarines and systems through its strategic communications efforts. SEA 00D is responsible for providing the strategic guidance, planning and execution support for all enterprise-wide internal and external communication, including marketing requirements and legislative engagement. Your role as an External Staff Writer for the SEA 00D will be to provide the support required for enterprise-wide communication efforts to include top-down / leadership communications, organizational workforce messaging and campaign development and execution. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer job security and stability, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Responsibilities

• Design, develop and execute digital signage content for display on a network of Government-furnished video screens associated with the NAVSEA’s Digital Signage network system
• Develop and manage content to be consistent with Command, Navy and DoD communication objectives
• Update screens as required to ensure content displayed is thorough, accurate, concise and timely.
• Lead weekly content reviews with said Government lead
• Provide ghostwriting support for NAVSEA Command Leadership.
• Write ghost content such as communications with the workforce, directives, instructions, memorandums, etc
• Prepare long-form articles and related communication products for enterprise-wide dissemination.
• Assist with execution of command surveys and perform data analysis.
• Assist in command-wide engagements (e.g. Town Halls, All Hands, etc.) and events
  
  

Required Skills/Experience

• The Task requires knowledge of and experience with digital signage systems to include:
• Digital Media Manager software
• Photodex ProShow Producer 5
• Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium
• Microsoft Office 2010 Professional
• Audio Video Coding Standard (AVS) Video Converter
• Snagit10 screen capture software or DON Application
• Database Management System (DADMS)-approved equivalents or applicable versions for digital signage content creation
• Ability to design and implement innovative communications strategies for NAVSEA initiatives and programs
• Ability to write and edit news copy and long-form writing according to the Navy and Associated Press Style Book
• Strong demonstration of communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrated ability to produce products that clearly and logically convey complex information and ideas
• Ability to turn complex ideas and initiatives into easily understood communications for a variety of audiences
• Strong demonstration of interpersonal skills
• Ability to convey information to audiences with varying levels of understanding of NAVSEA's programs
• Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to think strategically
• Ability identify needs and requirements and to develop recommendations and solutions
• Ability to manage small and large-scale projects that contribute to a larger strategic communications plan
• Ability to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively with NAVSEA's senior leaders in a high profile and demanding office
• Familiarity with NAVSEA, Congress, the Navy and Department of Defense
  
  

Required Education / Certifications

• Bachelor of Arts / Science degree in English or Communications
• Five years’ civilian or military experience writing as depicted in applicant’s portfolio / writing samples
  
  

LOCATION

• Washington Navy Yard, DC 20376
  
  

CLEARANCE

• Background Investigation as this position supports the Federal Government
  
  

CLIENT

• Department of the Navy (DoN), the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Office of Corporate Communication (SEA 00D). NAVSEA SEA 00D
  
  

TRAVEL

• Travel may be required
  
  

WORK HOURS

• 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day
  
  

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

• Employment Classification Eligibility — W2
  
  

RELOCATION

• Not eligible for relocation benefits
  
  

West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.

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