Staff Writer with Security Clearance

Staff Writer
Locations: Washington, D.C.
Clearance Required: DoD Secret
Years of Experience: 4+
Degree: BA/BS in English, Communications, or related field. FT/PT: Full Time
We need motivated candidates with extensive communications, public affairs and writing experience to support a defense public affairs contract. This position will support command communications activities, including:
Research, conduct interviews, writing, editing, and obtaining release/approval for articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements, including electronic and hard copy material, to include, but not limited to, website and social media and brochures
Ability to support employee communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and provide photography support, as needed. The ideal candidate will have the following skills:
Excellent writing, researching, planning and verbal communications skills.
Excellent customer relations skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior level military and government officials and assist them in the process of communicating command messages.
Ability to organize and manage workflows and schedules, prioritizing work based on deadlines, schedules and management guidance.
Understanding of the Associated Press style guide.
Understanding of MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Photography experience desired.
Interested applicants can submit resumes in searchable PDF format via the application portal below or through email at . If an online portfolio of work is available, please include the link.