PhotographerContent Producer

Photographer/Content Producer

Norco CA

About Us:

JSL Technologies Inc. (JSL) is a certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and Veteran-Owned Government Contractor providing engineering logistics and program support services to the Department of Defense (DoD). Our team of just over 300 employees is committed to delivering practical innovative and affordable solutions. We are headquartered in Oxnard CA and provide top-tier services across the nation. JSL fosters an inclusive environment of diverse ethical committed and highly accomplished professionals who respect each other hold themselves accountable and continually strive for improvement. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package

Job Description:

JSL is seeking a Photographer /Content Producer that captures edits and preserves technical business and photojournalistic images to communicate NSWC Coronas mission achievements and stories. This role combines advanced photography storytelling video production and motion graphics skills to produce compelling visual content for internal and external audiences.

The candidate will be responsible for the following:

1. Photography & Image Production
   • Capture portraits events and operational activities using professional still camera systems including Canon EOS and equivalent.
   • Conduct studio photography using strobe lighting setups available light and modifiers to achieve national magazine-quality images.
   • Photograph on-location events and meetings in controlled and uncontrolled environments adapting to variable lighting conditions using portable strobes power packs and reflectors.
   • Create artistic imagery for technical illustrations marketing materials and various publication mediums.
2. Storytelling & Captioning
   • Use industry-level storytelling techniques to compose images that effectively communicate complex technical and organizational concepts.
   • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop accurate informative captions that simplify technical information for diverse audiences.
   • Ensure all content aligns with organizational messaging branding and Navy/DoD communication standards.
3. Video Production & Editing
   • Assist in the production and editing of national broadcast-level videos including documentaries human-interest features news minutes commercials sizzle reels narratives short-form social media content and other promotional materials.
   • Utilize Canon EOS Cinema systems and industry-standard workflows to capture high-quality footage.
   • Collaborate with video production teams to ensure consistency in visual storytelling and narrative flow.
4. Motion Graphics & Illustration
   • Design and produce motion graphics visual effects and illustrations for video productions including commercials sizzle reels social media videos films and documentaries.
   • Apply creative industry-standard techniques in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator After Effects Lightroom Bridge) to support professional-level deliverables.
5. Collaboration & Project Support
   • Work closely with PAO staff video producers and SMEs to plan shoots storyboard visual content and schedule production tasks.
   • Contribute to creative brainstorming pre-production and post-production reviews to optimize content quality and alignment with organizational objectives.
6. Compliance & Documentation
   • Maintain organized digital asset libraries with appropriate metadata security markings and access controls.
   • Ensure all visual content complies with DoD security copyright and Navy communication policies.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in photography Visual Communications Multimedia or related field.
• Minimum Five years of Photography Visual Communications Multimedia experience
• Professional experience with Canon EOS still and cinema cameras studio lighting and portable strobes.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop Lightroom Bridge After Effects and Illustrator.
• Strong visual storytelling skills with the ability to translate technical or complex subjects into engaging imagery.
• Experience producing content for multiple platforms including video social media and print.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Navy/DoD public affairs and media standards.
• Experience with multimedia production cinematography and motion graphics.
• Ability to work independently manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills for conducting interviews collaborating with SMEs and coordinating production efforts.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Travel to various facilities and to field events may be required.
• Ability to carry and operate camera equipment and lighting kits.
• Work in both office and field environments sometimes in challenging lighting or environmental conditions.

Security Clearance:

Applicants must have an active security clearance and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance as specified in the minimum qualifications. Selected candidates will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a DoD government-granted security clearance. Individuals will be subject to a background investigation including but not limited to criminal history employment and education verification drug testing and creditworthiness.

EEO:

JSL Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge skills minimum education training licensure experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please contact if you need accommodation for the application process.