Media Specialist (Proposal Position), Department of Defense/Irregular Warfare Center Support Services, Arlington, VA, USA Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Arlington, VA (Job ID 50636)

Description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is currently accepting applications for a Media Specialist to nominate on a proposal to support the Department of Defense/Irregular Warfare Center Support Services team based in Arlington, Virigina. 

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Proposal Summary: 

The Irregular Warfare Center Support Services contract will support the Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) under the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). The contract will provide technical, academic, logistical, and administrative services to expand the IWC's curriculum, event development, and partnerships. Key objectives include aligning Department of Defense education on irregular warfare, facilitating research, engaging with governmental and non-governmental entities, and supporting interagency collaboration. The contract requires personnel with TS/SCI security clearance and spans a base year with two-option years. Please note this solicitation is currently in the proposal stage.

Position Summary:

The Media Specialist will support the Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) by developing and managing multi-platform communications to expand awareness of IWC initiatives and engagements. This role focuses on producing high-quality visual, written, and multimedia content that aligns with the IWC's mission to build and sustain U.S. and allied capabilities in irregular warfare. The Media Specialist will also support the design, execution, and branding of communications for public outreach, partner engagement, and interagency coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Curate and manage IWC's official social media accounts, creating compelling content to promote upcoming events, courses, and publications, and to build the Center's global network.
• Develop, maintain, and update multimedia products including newsletters, promotional videos, informational briefings, and website content.
• Draft and edit weekly activity summaries, monthly reports, and talking points for IWC senior leadership.
• Provide full photography and videography coverage for IWC programs and events; manage post-production editing and archival.
• Develop branding materials (placemats, posters, infographics) to visually communicate IWC missions, courses, and achievements.
• Collaborate with event planners, instructors, and senior leadership to provide visual support for domestic and international programs.
• Support public release processes for all content, ensuring compliance with DoD guidelines and clearance through the Defense Office of Prepublication and Security Review.
• Conduct ongoing research into media strategies and tools to expand IWC outreach, especially among defense and academic stakeholders.
• Support web content development and assist with layout, updates, and functionality enhancements under the direction of the IT and communications team.
• Provide routine clerical and records support related to communications materials, public information packets, and participant information.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in a multimedia, communications, or public affairs role, preferably supporting government or defense clients.
• Active or eligible for Secret clearance required.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts and developing multi-format content for public and internal audiences.
• Talent for innovation, adept at leveraging a wide range of multimedia tools to develop compelling and impactful content.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) and MS Office.
• Experience in video and photo editing, graphic design, and web content management.
• Familiarity with DoD publication review processes (e.g., DOPSR) and branding guidance is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
• Able to work independently while coordinating with a cross-functional team in a dynamic environment.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

·       Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.

·       Merit-based financial rewards.

·       Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.

·       Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

·       Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. 

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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