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Position Title
Audiovisual Production Specialist
Agency
National Endowment for the Arts
Announcement Number
DEST-10485027-19-RS Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, May 9, 2019 to Wednesday, May 22, 2019
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
Please select each eligibility that you believe that you qualify. Please provide all qualifying documentation. (limit 0 characters)
2. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions and you: • have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more OR • retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more If eligible, submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. Please also provide the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15. For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources. (limit characters)
3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm: • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the  USAJOBS Resource Center. (limit characters)
4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm: • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. (limit characters)
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Are you a current or former Federal employee (e.g. transfer or reinstatement eligible) who holds or has previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced?  
 
You will need to submit an SF-50 as part of your application demonstrating this status.
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Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibility designations:
Disabled veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA; or,
Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, Vista or Action volunteers; Former White House staff; Present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; Certain National Guard technicians; OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities. To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
 
 
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7. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments? If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions. For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources. (limit characters)
8. Were you formerly employed as a federal civilian on a permanent competitive appointment but are not currently a permanent competitive federal employee? If eligible, submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. • Your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) AND • Your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1). (limit characters)
9. Are you currently employed as a civilian employee in the competitive service in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If eligible, submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. • Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) and • Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1). (limit characters)
10. Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions and you: • served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (NOTE: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility) OR • are entitled to veterans' preference If eligible, submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Warning Statement: It is important to note that all of your responses are subject to review and verification. If after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and or experience, you will be rated ineligible or your score will be lowered. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (limit characters)
1. Select one statement from the choices below to show how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position at the GS-12 level.
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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
2. Produce broadcast-quality video, both aesthetically and technically, that required use and development of innovative techniques and approaches in translating subject matter.
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3. Film and edit material into high quality video pieces to further public awareness and support for an agency/organization's activities and initiatives for use on website and social media.
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4. Research and develop subject material independently for use in producing video content.
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5. Perform multiple phases of video production, including camera use, set up, lighting, audio, and editing necessary for a completed project.
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6. Operate various audio boards, recorders, mixers, microphones, and networks for recording in studio and field production.
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7. Produce various series of short audio moments, as well as longer original audio pieces that can be shared on social media, radio outlets.
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8. Perform multiple tasks associated with audio production, including recording, sound mixing and editing.
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9. Schedule and conduct interviews, by audio or video, to accomplish duties and assignments in support of promotional activities, initiatives, and issues.
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10. Manage and concurrently complete complex projects with varying deadlines independently.
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11. Secure permissions for all text, music, photos, and video used in audio and video pieces, ensuring the legal authority for its use.
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12. Certification Statement: Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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