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Worldwide. Position will require relocating.
History owes a debt of gratitude to the men and women who have documented the triumphs and conflicts of the United States Navy. Sailors in the News and Media field are the eyes and ears of the fleet and often the rest of the world. This specialty is an integral part of the Navy's delivery of visual, audio and written information, both internally and to the public. Your ability to handle deadlines as well as your ability to communicate ideas creatively, artistically and effectively might make this the perfect career choice for you.
What Will You Do?
As a videographer with a combat photography unit, you might develop a training video for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team. As a Photojournalist, your images of a humanitarian-relief operation in a foreign country could open the eyes of the world. Or maybe you'll keep your fellow Sailors informed on what's happening in the fleet as a News Anchor for the Navy/Marine Corps News. Then again, maybe you're technically inclined and are happiest making sure that your ship or unit's communications equipment has been inspected, repaired and is functioning properly. Regardless of what missions and assignments you encounter, your skills gathering and creatively communicating information will be used on a daily basis. Some other duties you might perform in the News and Media field might be to:
- Gather facts and write articles for publications
- Write, edit and proofread news for radio and TV
- Write and produce radio and television programs
- Prepare layouts and content for papers, magazines and web sites
- Maintain and repair interior communications systems
- Serve as a Navy staff's professional photographer
- Operate various types of still and video equipment
- Operate laboratory and darkroom equipment for film processing
- Take and review aerial photographs, scan and edit digital video images
- Produce training films and video news reports
- Perform digital editing
Educational Opportunities
In the News and Media field, you may have an opportunity for continued education through various college and tuition assistance programs. Some of the training received in this field will translate toward semester credit hours for a vocational certificate, as well as a bachelor's or associate's degree. Advanced technical training may be available toward the later stages of your career development.
Skills and Training
You could receive training in the operation, care and maintenance of digital and conventional still and video equipment. On-the-job training in this field is extensive, and there are a number of opportunities for intermediate and advanced schooling in the News and Media disciplines, depending on the career path you choose. Sailors in the News and Media field have access to cutting-edge digital cameras, nonlinear editing systems and computer-based graphics applications. Some training you receive may earn you certification by the Department of Labor in jobs including:
- Recording Engineer (Radio-TV)
- Audio-Video Repairer
Your training might also prepare you for future careers such as:
- Photographer
- TV Camera Operator
- Photojournalist
- Film Editor
- Reporter
- Producer (radio and TV)
- Announcer (radio and TV)
- Production Manager
- Screenwriter
- Audiovisual Repair Technician
Career Outlook
There are many opportunities for individuals to excel in this field, both in and out of the Navy. Your assignments in the News and Media field are similar to those you would find in the civilian sector, with one exception - your "beat" may be worldwide. The opportunity to document news almost anywhere in the world is a reality in the Navy, giving Sailors in this field a wide range of real-world experience and a portfolio that can't be beat.
Worldwide. Position will require relocating.
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