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U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Madison Cook, a recovery noncommissioned officer assigned to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, sharpens digging tools during a recovery mission in Germany, June 5, 2024. Multiple tools, methods and systems were used throughout this recovery mission in order to maximize time and space on-site. There are approximately 1,614 missing personnel from World War II in Germany. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Edward Randolph)

JUMP-START YOUR TASK

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QUIZ YOURSELF

Answer questions about what you’ve learned to test your knowledge on PA/VI subjects.
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The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard perform for a crowd during the Luke Days 2024 Airshow, March 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base Arizona. Both the Thunderbirds and the USAF Honor Guard underscore the highest standards of precision, representing the USAF's commitment to excellence and air superiority. The mission of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard is to represent Airmen to the American public and the world. (U.S Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Katelynn Jackson)

COVER YOUR STEPS

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CHECK YOUR WORK

Find a checklist to help you perform PA/VI tasks. Include them as part of your toolbox.
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Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro greets USCGC Seneca (WMEC 906) executive officer Lt. Cmdr. Bryan Kilcoin and Chief Petty Officer Edward Hinshelwood-Ahmann during a brief visit to the medium endurance cutter at PortMiami during Fleet Week Miami May 7, 2024. Del Toro is the 78th Secretary of the Navy and is responsible for over 900,000 Sailors, Marines, reservists, and civilian personnel. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Diana Sherbs)

REPEAT OTHERS’ VICTORIES

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After a Crisis: Updating Your Social Media Strategy

Checklist
2 min
Prepare for long-term effects and update your social media strategy with lessons learned after a crisis.
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Being Direct with Commander's Intent

Case Study
3 min
Watch a positive example of how a commander communicated his goals while still encouraging creativity.
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What is FOIA?

Article
2 min
Watch a brief overview of the Freedom Of Information Act to understand what must be released, when it must be...
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DoD Directive 5122.05

Policy & Doctrine
15 min
Reference DoD Directive 5122.05 Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (ASD(PA)) (August 7, 2017).
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Briefing Card

Template
1 min
Use this template to prepare a briefing card with all pertinent information for a subject matter expert.
Members of the Joint Task Force Civil Support (JTF-CS) Crisis Action Team (CAT) brief U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William "Bill" Hall on the sequence of events in preparation for Exercise Sudden Response (SR) 20.

How Well Do You Know the Communication Planning ...

Knowledge Check
10 min
Test your knowledge on the communication planning processes and Barcelona Principles.
Chief Quartermaster David-Paul Thompson writes in the deck log during an outbound sea and anchor detail aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11).

How to Compose a Follow-Up Release

How To
7 min
Provide the most up-to-date information in a follow-up release after an injury or casualty.
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Trial by Fire: Evolving a Social Media Strategy

Story
10 min
Watch as MSgt. Jarad Denton discusses the trials and tribulations that led to establishing a strong social...
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Advanced Approaches to Commander's Intent

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5 items
Review these methods of thinking and planning that will help you contribute and reach the desired end-state.

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Amplify Your Videos with Adobe After Effects

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5 items
Review this collection of tutorials and enhance videos with motion and graphic effects.
Lt. Cmdr. Beatriz Talerico, assigned to Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific discuss daily tasks with a fellow Sailor. The Department of the Navy (DON) celebrates Women's History Month to commemorate the contributions of military and civilian women to the DON. (U.S. Navy photo by Anna Marie G. Gonzales)

Annex F Development

Template
1 min
Use this template to develop an Annex F to provide additional details and guidance for an OPLAN.
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Unlock the Potential of Communication Channels

Article
5 min
Learn key principles of communication channels and how to select the right channel to reach your audience.
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How to Mask a Video in Adobe Premiere Pro

How To
6 min
Watch how to isolate and edit video elements through masking techniques.
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Cranley, 423d Security Forces Squadron Base Defense Operations Controller, monitors base operations at RAF Molesworth, England, Sept. 8, 2023. SFS members at the Base Defense Operations Center are responsible for coordinating security on the installation and remain ready to coordinate responses to ensure the safety and security of the community and mission.

508 Compliance Audit: Website or Application

Checklist
7 min
Ensure your website, web applications and software are 508 compliant with this checklist.
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Oh, Crop. Does This Layout Work?

Exercise
3 min
Practice your knowledge of fundamentals by identifying the errors and improvements in two design layouts.
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Leave Them Laughing! Humor Makes the Spot Memorable

Case Study
8 min
Learn how MCC Mike DiMestico used comedic techniques to create a memorable spot on Operational Security.
Continuing Promise 2018

Breaking Down the Creative Process

Story
7 min
Learn each step of the creative process from Chief Mass Communication Specialist Mike DiMestico.
JNYMS Senior Leaders Meeting

9 Chances to Get It Write

Knowledge Check
9 min
Test your knowledge of grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. Watch out for "gotchas!"

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Amplify Your Videos with Adobe After Effects

Collection
5 items
Review this collection of tutorials and enhance videos with motion and graphic effects.
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Unlock the Potential of Communication Channels

Article
5 min
Learn key principles of communication channels and how to select the right channel to reach your audience.
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How to Mask a Video in Adobe Premiere Pro

How To
6 min
Watch how to isolate and edit video elements through masking techniques.
U.S. Air Force Maj. Patrick Bracken (left), 92nd Air Refueling Wing chaplain and Tech. Sgt. Amanda Wilson (right), 92nd ARW religious affairs specialist, look over documents at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington March 2, 2023. Chaplains and religious affairs specialists advise Airmen and give religious and moral support to service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lillian Patterson)

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Template

Template
1 min
Easily create your own standard operating procedure with this Microsoft Word template.
An illustration of an interview style podcast in session with the text AFN Radio and stars added.

A Leadership Podcast That Leads by Example

Case Study
3 min
Learn how AFN Radio and DMA found a successful interview-style format with their podcast, The Leadership List.
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Guide to Podcast Pre-Production

Checklist
1 min
Use this checklist to research, plan and prepare for recording a podcast.
Continuing Promise 2018

Breaking Down the Creative Process

Story
7 min
Learn each step of the creative process from Chief Mass Communication Specialist Mike DiMestico.
JNYMS Senior Leaders Meeting

9 Chances to Get It Write

Knowledge Check
9 min
Test your knowledge of grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. Watch out for "gotchas!"
U.S. and foreign service members watch on a dirt hill as a floating causeway approaches.

What Does the Commander Actually Want

Exercise
5 min
Practice how well you can deduce commander's intent by reviewing a memo sent to your office.

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