Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
Summary
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
The incumbent is responsible for but not limited to the following duties: overall advertising art direction of the products, services and programs at the headquarters level. Initiates, develops and designs artistic concepts from data and translates it into marketable media campaigns in direct support of the Marine & Family Programs Division.
Visual Design & Concept Development
Utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, responsible for the design and production of marketing materials including print collateral, interactive presentations, exhibit displays, interior and exterior signage, posters, websites, social media assets, advertisements, mobile apps and long and short form videos. Develops artwork into full motion graphics and camera ready print files of both spot-color and Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key/Black (CMYK) color, supported through extensive knowledge of video production and digital printing processes. Facilitates consistency across local field command's advertising and marketing materials. Provides creative guidance and graphic assistance to field command's personnel on projects that communicate specific messaging, plans and projects.
Administrative & Resource Management
Selects, analyzes, recommends and obtains cost estimates from outside vendors for approved project services such as photographers, product manufacturers, and printers. Prioritizes, tracks, handles, and maintains records of the elements, costs, and timelines of multiple projects while working within a defined budget.
Directs and provides artistic guidance to external contractors to include design conference meetings, mock-up designs, follow up phone discussions and online meetings. Ensures contractor's proofs are correct and support brand standards. Responsible for final approval of all artwork before printing and production.
Maintains and responds to marketing ticket requests and project manages efforts to conclusion. Assembles and distributes monthly content kits to installations.
Maintains MCCS and MF Division digital library and services HQ and installation teams with servicing related to assets. Responsible for maintaining an inventory HQ MF division marketing materials and managing a check in/out process for use. Works with and coordinates ordering of materials with installation teams.
Multimedia Production Management
Designs and animates broadcast graphics. Photographs on-site projects using advanced photography knowledge and skills. Conducts in-person photograph direction to include model poses, expression, interaction, lighting, background, props. Stylizes and sets-up product still photography shots. Utilizes photo editing software for color correction and image manipulation on all final photographs to support pre-press standards. Selects and purchases stock photography for advertising materials and manages a full photo library. Archives and maintains digital copies of final, completed artwork and photography files. Defines, documents, implements and supports continued graphic design process improvement.
Consultation & Advisory Services
Meets with internal branches, organizations and departments as well as external constituents regarding project specifications, including content, graphic direction, materials selection, output recommendations, timelines, and media requirements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Customer Service
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on professionalism and courtesy. Assists internal and external customers and communicates positively in a professional manner. Ask questions to determine, verify, and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction with the quality of goods and services. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alert the higher level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. may be required.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Art, Commercial Art or a related field appropriate to work of the position, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above. OR three years of practical experience in an advertising environment that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above. Must have proficiency in, Adobe Creative Suite/ CS6 (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator. Adobe InDesign, Adobe Flash, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Acrobat Pro). Experience in photography and videography software is highly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft business software is essential.
Additional information
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Packages
• Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Packages
• Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications with photos will not be accepted for this position.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications with photos will not be accepted for this position.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
