What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Media Production/Services Specialist 2/Media Production/Services Specialist 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Are you a detail oriented photo and video producer with the skills to capture highly technical content in very challenging work environments? Do you enjoy the challenge of producing informative and engaging training videos for technical and process oriented content? If so, then we invite you to learn more about our opening for a multimedia position to support organizations and programs at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

Communications and External Affairs (CEA) Division is seeking an energetic and customer-focused Media Production/Services Specialist for the Media Production (CEA-MP) group. As part of the highly skilled and dedicated Deployed Media Services Team, you will provide both photography and video production services for specific organizations. Most of our work involves the production of technical training videos, process documentation photos and videos, and lecture and knowledge capture videos. As a member of our team, you'll be expected to rise to the challenge of capturing photo and video content in some of the lab's most demanding and restrictive locations, and creating informative, accurate and engaging content for our customers.

Media Production/Services Specialist 2 ($67,800 - $107,700)

We are looking for a well-rounded, detail oriented individual who is equally experienced in photography and video production, including both filming and editing. This is a challenging role allowing you to work under limited direction to establish project requirements and plan and produce your own photo and video projects and work directly with customers to help them achieve their multimedia production needs. You will often capture photo and/or video content in areas requiring protective clothing, which provides a challenging production environment for this position.

Media Production/Services Specialist 3 ($81,700 - $133,100)

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level you would serve as the primary point of contact for customers and lead specific projects and ongoing customer needs. You must possess wide-ranging experience that extends beyond filming and editing to include exceptional project management and customer service skills. You are considered an expert in multimedia production, and your work is accomplished independently, without need for considerable direction. For larger projects, you will coordinate activities of other team personnel. You stay up-to-date on industry trends, processes and equipment that can be incorporated into the team's workflow to enhance services offered to our customers.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Relevant Computer and Software Knowledge

In this role, you will need proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and After Effects in both PC and MAC operating systems. Experience in Adobe Lightroom is beneficial. Experience with 3D animation software would be an additional benefit. You will need at least basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word.

Photo and Video Equipment Knowledge

In this role, you will need proficiency operating professional DSLR cameras (such as the Nikon D800 series or Canon 5D or 1D X) using a variety of standard, telephoto, wide angle and macro lenses, and professional 4K video cameras (such as the Sony FS7) using interchangeable lenses.

Accountability

Experience working with confidential or proprietary information, classified documents or sensitive information. Ability to define work and oversee the execution of tasks in alignment with organizational objectives, including detailed tracking, regular reporting on progress and accountability for meeting commitments.

Communication Skills

In this role, you will need good written and oral communication skills, problem-solving skills, and customer service and interpersonal skills. You need the ability to work effectively under pressure and balance multiple tasks of varying lengths and priorities both independently and as a member of a team. You will be expected to work on projects involving multiple reviewers which requires tact and good judgement.

Reliability & Dedication

To succeed in this role you must have a demonstrated record of punctuality and willingness to go the extra mile for customers which may involve occasional travel and/or irregular hours.

Additional Job Requirements for Multimedia Production/Services Specialist 3:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

• Proven success independently leading projects and being the primary point of contact for specific customers.

• Demonstrated ability to design and produce complex graphics and animations (2D or 3D or both).

• Provide extensive input for continuous improvement efforts across Media Services.

• In depth experience planning and creating collaborative audiovisual productions.

• Exceptional communication and customer service skills with a proven history of creative problem solving and the ability to effectively provide conflict resolutions.

Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active DOE Q Security Clearance

• Experience communicating in a science, technology, national security, safety, environmental, or related field and experience translating complex concepts into compelling communications products

• Project management knowledge and experience in coordinating projects

Essential Job Functions(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Vision, Speech, and Hearing

• Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz)

• Binocular vision

• Depth perception

• Color discrimination

• Ability to discriminate speech

Specific Physical Mobility

• Typing or keyboarding

• Fine motor control

• Gripping with the hands

• Use of both hands

• Use of both arms

• Use of both legs

• Use of both feet

• Reaching overhead

• Reaching horizontally

• Reaching down

General Physical Mobility

• Sitting

• Standing

• Walking

• Climbing stairs

• Climbing ladders

• Bending

• Crouching

Weight Handling Requirements

• Lifting 20-30 pounds

• Carrying 20-30 pounds

Work Environment:

General Work Environment

• Working alone

• Working overtime or irregular schedule

• Working off-shift/rotating schedule

Protective Clothing & Equipment

• Safety glasses or eye protection

• Safety shoes or protective footgear

Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter that addresses the job requirements/qualifications listed above. No applicant is expected to have all the desired qualifications, and anyone who meets the minimum requirements is encouraged to apply.
Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

§ Dental and vision insurance

§ Free basic life and disability insurance

§ Paid childbirth and parental leave

§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypeRegularRegular

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