Description

Vistra is seeking a Communication Specialist to provide support to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Office of Strategic Communications (OSC). The Communications Specialist will play a pivotal role within the Digital Multimedia Team of the OSC by contributing to digital communications strategies, plans, and campaigns, as well as developing and optimize informational content.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Proofread all external communications materials.
• Ensure error-free, accessible, and understandable content.
• Review and submit work for approval across all communication channels.
• Produce timely and high-quality daily communication products.
• Identify and analyze target audience demographic, preferences, and behaviors.
• Interpret customer requirements and develop concepts aligned with NCIS style guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders for multimedia content creation.
• Develop content calendars in collaboration with Social Media Manager.
• Craft engaging content for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.
• Adapt multimedia content for social media campaigns to optimize reach and engagement.
• Ensure consistency in multimedia branding across social media, website, and digital channels.
• Collaborate with Web Development Team to integrate multimedia content seamlessly.
• Implement multimedia content management systems/plugins for efficient asset management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Content Development, UX/UI Design) to align strategies with business objectives.
• Conceptualize, script, storyboard, and schedule video projects.
• Prepare monthly activity reports on completed graphics, social media articles, and website materials.
• Submit weekly staffing management reports detailing tasking status.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public affairs, public relations, marketing, or related field and 4 years of experience.
• Secret security clearance required.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and content optimization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience with SEO principles and web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) for multimedia content.
• Familiarity with government or large organizational communication practices.
• Proficient in web design software and content management systems (such as the Armed Forces Public Information Management System).