Photographer--DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here. Responsibilities For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Photographer providing highly specialized still and video photography for purposes such as communication campaigns, training, documentation, identification and research. To plan photography projects, including the selection of subjects, background, positioning and manner of presentation supportive of the mission. To process photos and videos with specialized computer software and printer equipment. Position Duties: 1. Provides specialized still and video photography support. 2. Operates on location and studio and video cameras and editing equipment. 3. Manages and cares for photographic equipment, supplies, and materials. 4. Keeps abreast of emerging technology and applications, researches and recommends technical solutions. 5. Assists in carrying out the public affairs program and produces materials that support the commander's public affairs goals. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. The ideal candidate for the 78 ABW/PA shop is a versatile, DINFOS-trained visual communicator-ideally a graduate of the Basic Photojournalist Course or possessing an equivalent civilian professional portfolio-who will dual-hat as the Photo Studio manager and a primary Command Information Photojournalist. In this role, they will be responsible for re-establishing and managing the daily operations of the base Official Photo Studio-ensuring AFI 36-2903 compliance for all official portraits and passports while utilizing the Public Affairs Productivity Portal (P3)-simultaneously executing field-level photojournalism assignments across Robins AFB for publication to DVIDS. This highly organized and professional individual must possess the tactical expertise to run studio lighting, the photojournalism skills to craft compelling visual stories, the confidence to interact with personnel of all ranks from junior Airmen to General Officers, and the operational ability to execute mission-essential requirements such as mishap response for on-call Alert Photography. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1060, Photography Series. General Experience (for positions at GS-5 and below): Experience in operating camera and/or processing equipment. Such experience may have been gained in (1) operating still cameras, copy cameras, motion picture cameras, video camcorders, or other types of camera equipment that involved arranging lighting and composition, (2) developing and printing film or negatives, or (3) a combination of both. or Education (for positions at GS-5 and below): Major study -- photography, or other fields related to the position. Training in photography at a vocational school or technical institute above the high school level is creditable as general experience on a month-for-month basis. Experience (for positions at GS-6 and above): Experience in operating standard and specialized camera and film processing equipment related to the position to be filled. Knowledge of the subject-matter being photographed may also be required for some positions. For positions that require a high degree of artistic or creative ability, samples of work or other suitable evidence of technical competence may be required. Unpaid experience that is pertinent should be credited based upon its relevance to the work of the particular position to be filled. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities and/or competencies in the following area: 1. Knowledge of comprehensive still and video photographic principles and practices sufficient to plan and photograph subjects, events, and activities. 2. Knowledge of a variety of specialized photographic equipment, techniques, and processes sufficient to complete assignments requiring high degrees of detail, critical timing, and critical focus. 3. Knowledge of DAF and DoD standards and requirements for managing audio visual records based on guidance from the National Archives and Records Administration and applicable Federal laws. 4. Skill in operating standard and specialized cameras. 5. Skill in using computer hardware and software to generate high quality, precisely scaled still and video photographic images. 6. Ability to apply a variety of advanced photographic techniques.in oral communication sufficient to counsel family members, take medical histories, provide health teaching and crisis intervention. 7. Ability to comprehend Public Affairs concepts, principles, policies, and practices, and written and oral communication and visual information principles, methods, and techniques. Education Additional Information Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile here, indicating their position and location preferences. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. 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