Multimedia Specialist - Animations

Ho-Chunk Inc. Management Services (HCIMS) is seeking a full-time Multimedia Specialist to design and develop audiovisual, multimedia, and graphics projects supporting training initiatives within program offices at the U.S. Department of State, Foreign Affairs Security Training Center (FASTC) in Blackstone, VA.

About the role

This position requires close collaboration with program offices, subject matter experts, multimedia specialists, programmers, and instructional designers to create student materials and instructional content that meet Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist in technical projects, including local area network connectivity, Audio/Visual equipment management, visual displays, and still/video shooting and editing, with potential simulator operations support.
• Provide oversight and project management for multimedia initiatives.
• Support multimedia equipment in program office conference rooms and classrooms.
• Provide video and still camera support, including editing, for various program offices.
• Research and collect supporting multimedia materials for training development and other projects.
• Assist in connecting networked systems, including multiuser training simulators, and act as a simulator operator or participant.
• Support program offices in designing artwork, displays, presentations, logos, brochures, posters, signs, and other informational materials.
• Develop digital displays and presentations in required formats.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new technologies in graphic arts, video recording, still photo enhancement, and audio recordings.
• Manage document control for all current and revised digital multimedia materials.
• Operate audiovisual presentation equipment, such as digital cameras and LCD projectors.
• Create audio masters and sound tracks for presentations, DVDs/CD-ROMs, and video clips.
• Capture, retouch, and format digital photos for inclusion in course curriculum.
• Set up and produce DVD/CD disk productions.
• Edit video/audio for class presentations.
• Advise on the acquisition of new multimedia equipment and materials.
• Maintain professional competence and specialized knowledge by staying current with emerging themes and best practices in multimedia and graphics methodology.
• Occasional local travel may be required.
• Work independently on large (100+ hours) projects with minimal guidance or oversee collaborative work of other specialists.

Requirements

• Seven plus (7+) years of demonstrated skilled work in computer graphics, multimedia, animation, videography, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience, preferably in a training environment.
• Two plus (2+) years of hands-on experience using Blender software for 3D modeling, animation, rendering, motion graphics, and visual content creation.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer graphics, multimedia, animation, videography, or a related subject preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Blender, including modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, rendering, and compositing workflows.
• Knowledgeable in digital graphics, image editing software, and desktop publishing programs.
• Intermediate knowledge of digital videography, including editing and video camera operation.
• Intermediate knowledge of methods, techniques, and materials used in design, production, and reproduction of visual products.
• Basic understanding of computer gaming systems.
• Intermediate computer software and hardware skills, including networks.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in digital photography and video recording.
• Proficiency in Windows Professional Operating Systems and/or iOS, particularly Microsoft applications (MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Must possess or be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET security clearance.

Work Environment

• Operates in a professional office environment.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Must remain in a stationary position 75% of the time.
• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Frequently moves standard office equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Must work indoors 90% of the time.
• Regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Schedule

• Full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Evening and weekend hours may be required as needed.
• Occasional local travel may be required.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $87,000 to $91,000 per year, negotiable depending on education and experience.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits that allow you to balance work and life. A benefits summary is available here.

About Ho-Chunk, Inc. & All Native Group

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an award-winning economic development corporation of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Our mission is to provide long-term economic development for the Winnebago Tribe and job opportunities for Tribal members. All Native Group is a network of small businesses supporting the critical missions of various U.S. Government customers. Our capabilities include telecommunications, health, logistics, specialized training, professional services, and IT solutions. Since earning our first federal contract in 2004, we have continued to grow and diversify our services while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence. As a tribally owned organization, All Native Group operates multiple subsidiary businesses, providing clients with the advantages of working with a small business while leveraging the resources and expertise of a larger, established company.

Our work is guided by our core NATIVE values: Native American Owned & Proud, Accountable, Team-Focused, Innovative, Visionary, and Excellence.