Photographer/Secret Clearance

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• Salary Range - 65,000 to 75,000
• Clearance - A successful candidate must have an active "Secret" clearance to be considered.
• Location - Port Hueneme/Ventura County CA
• Benefits - Best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

The contractor shall provide a full-time Photographer II tasked with end-to-end execution of professional photographic and videographic operations. The Photographer is responsible for capturing, editing, labeling, and producing high-quality photographic and video content in support of strategic communications, technical reporting, and command branding initiatives. The contractor will provide raw imagery and technical metadata; the Government will provide all narratives and messaging

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Visual Imagery
• Capture high-resolution photographs and/or video footage of engineering tests, events, or field operations as required.
• Perform post-production editing, caption-writing, and formatting of raw media files into final deliverables.
• Catalog, metadata-tag, and archive digital media files into the designated EXWC repository for organized retrieval (weekly).
• Equipment Operations & Deliverable Management
• Set up, operate, and maintain photographic, video, and lighting equipment; ensure all gear is fully functional and securely stored.
• Deliver print-ready or digital-ready files in required formats following Public Affairs Officer approval.

TASKS

• Capture high-resolution photographs and/or video footage of engineering tests, events, or field operations.
• Perform post-production editing, caption-writing, and formatting of raw media files into final deliverables.
• Catalog, metadata-tag, and archive digital media files into the designated EXWC repository for organized retrieval.
• Set up, operate, and maintain photographic, video, and lighting equipment; ensure all gear is functional and securely stored.
• Deliver print-ready or digital-ready files in required formats following Public Affairs Officer approval.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Demonstrated experience in professional photography and/or videography.
• Proficiency in post-production editing software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or equivalent).
• Ability to apply proper metadata tagging and digital asset management practices.
• Experience operating professional-grade cameras, lighting, and video equipment.
• Ability to deliver files in multiple formats (JPEG, RAW, TIFF, MP4, etc.) to client specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience supporting DoD, government, or military command communications.
• Familiarity with Public Affairs Office (PAO) review and approval workflows.
• Experience with digital asset repositories or content management systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance or base access credentials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in support of engineering tests, command events, and field operations. The Photographer may be required to carry and set up heavy equipment, work in variable weather conditions, and adapt to dynamic operational environments. Schedule is event-driven and subject to change based on mission requirements.

Contingent upon contract award on task order

We are an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

We give preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.