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Seaman Cedric Volle stands aft lookout watch aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) in the Mediterranean Sea.

CHECK YOUR WORK

Find a checklist to help you perform PA/VI tasks. Include them as part of your toolbox.
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A videographer puts a microphone on Army Chief Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley.

COVER YOUR STEPS

Follow a how-to guide that breaks down PA/VI tasks to improve efficiency in the field.
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Capt. Austyn Wilson, 20th Bomb Squadron weapons system officer deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., is interviewed by a local media outlet during a press conference at RAF Fairford, March 19, 2019. The deployment of strategic bombers to the U.K. helps exercise RAF Fairford as U.S. Air Forces in Europe’s forward operating location for bombers and includes joint and allied training in the U.S. European Command theater to improve U.S. and allied interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tessa B. Corrick)

JUMP-START YOUR TASK

Download a template to use as a model for PA/VI tasks to ensure consistency and save time.
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacob Johnson, 435th Air Expeditionary Wing chaplain assistant, takes a selfie with Nigerien children at a village in Agadez, Niger, June 27, 2019. Johnson assisted the 724th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron civil engineer flight with constructing a classroom for the village. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Devin Boyer)

SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS

Practice performing tasks you may encounter in real-world PA/VI situations.
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A U.S. Marine puts on ear protection before shooting on the Weapon Training Simulation System at Robertson Barracks in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, April 29.

REPEAT OTHERS' VICTORIES

Analyze real-world case studies to exemplify what to do in similar PA/VI situations.
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Media Interview

Media Ground Rules Agreement

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3 min
Use this template to cover media rules and expectations during ongoing operations.
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During Crisis: Initial Social Media Post Structure

Article
2 min
Prepare a post for various crises to acknowledge the event and direct people to where to find information.
Installation staff, CAT work 24/7 during Hurricane Laura

During a Crisis: Crisis Action Team

Checklist
2 min
Use this checklist to carry out the responsibilities of the Crisis Action Team (CAT).
Two Airmen take calls as part of the COVID-19 hotline.

You've Got This: Prepare for Any Crisis

Collection
5 items
Use these resources so your team, social media and planning are ready for any crisis in advance.
The tax center opens Feb. 11 to file a free federal and state return on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Military members E-1 through E-9 and O-1 through O-4 will be served by appointment only, Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Airman 1st Class Branden Rae)

Communicate Effectively With Relatable Writing

Story
3 min
Follow the lead of award-winning writer Sgt. 1st Class Leah Kilpatrick's for relatable, enjoyable content.
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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DoD Military Communicator Competency Model

Policy & Doctrine
1 min
Reference the DoD MCCM (21 January 2021) for a comprehensive list of training and education requirements.
Hawaii National Guard Specialist gathers COVID-19 mapping information after being trained by the Department of Health (DOH) at the Hawaii Convention Center, August 12, 2020, Honolulu, HI.

How To Release Visual Information Properly

How To
4 min
Follow this workflow to quickly release VI with the proper approval authority and classification.
Master Sgt. Jacob Miller, 661st Aeronautical Engineering Support Squadron superintendent of special projects, shares his testimony during Buckley Connects Day at Buckley Air Force Base, Colo., Sept. 25, 2020.

Don't Fire & Forget: Issue Management at Its Best

Case Study
5 min
See how CMSAF Bass used thoughtful planning and a comment strategy to get in front of a charged topic.

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Visual Information
Media Interview

Media Ground Rules Agreement

Template
3 min
Use this template to cover media rules and expectations during ongoing operations.
Indiana National Guard Soldiers Arrive at Joint Base Andrews

On-Base Disturbances Involving Police Response Kit

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20 items
Use these resources to plan posture and reaction to on-base disturbances that involve law enforcement.
A U.S. Air Force Reserve KC-135 Stratotanker from Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., performs an aerial demonstration over Bowman Field in Louisville, Ky., April 17, 2021, as part of the Thunder Over Louisville air show. The annual event featured more than 20 military and civilian air craft this year. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Dale Greer)

Aircraft Incident Response Checklist

Checklist
2 min
Be prepared to respond quickly and efficiently to an aircraft accident or incident that occurs on or off base.
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Hostage Situation Checklist

Checklist
2 min
Follow this guide when you're navigating a hostage situation to ensure you don't miss important tasks.
Staff Sgt. James Miller makes corrections to a story

Rules and Tips for DoD Writers

Article
12 min
Improve your writing and boost credibility by avoiding these grammar, sentence, structure and style goofs.
Captain Caroline Locksmith, the assistant logistics officer ...es. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Collyer)

Don't Just Edit - Coach!

Article
3 min
Coach writers to develop their skills, so there's less editing in the future.
Newest DINFOS Graduate

DoD Military Communicator Competency Model

Policy & Doctrine
1 min
Reference the DoD MCCM (21 January 2021) for a comprehensive list of training and education requirements.
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DIY Editing Checklist

Template
2 min
Customize this template with your most common mistakes to check your work before you send it to the editor.
A photo of an airman standing with a camera in front of an A-10 Thunderbolt II.

Capture Imagery in Various Operational Environments

Collection
5 items
Use these checklists to prepare for any operation, such as aerial, convoy, low light, or shipboard.

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Broadcasting
A U.S. Air Force Reserve KC-135 Stratotanker from Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., performs an aerial demonstration over Bowman Field in Louisville, Ky., April 17, 2021, as part of the Thunder Over Louisville air show. The annual event featured more than 20 military and civilian air craft this year. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Dale Greer)

Aircraft Incident Response Checklist

Checklist
2 min
Be prepared to respond quickly and efficiently to an aircraft accident or incident that occurs on or off base.
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Hostage Situation Checklist

Checklist
2 min
Follow this guide when you're navigating a hostage situation to ensure you don't miss important tasks.
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Aircraft Incident Initial News Release

Template
2 min
Provide available information after an aircraft incident to share with the media and the public.
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Homicide Initial News Release

Template
2 min
Use this template to inform the media of available information after a murder has occurred.
Maryland National Guard Official Holds News Conference.

News Conference Preparation Guide

Checklist
2 min
Use this checklist to prepare for and conduct a news conference for a sensitive or complex event or crisis.
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News Conference Script

Template
3 min
Use this template to write an effective news conference script for the PA representative and briefer.
Commanding General Task Force Northeast speaks to Soldiers during a welcome brief in Chicago.

Roles and Responsibilities of the PA Writer

Article
10 min
Understand the roles, responsibilities and types of writing that PA writers have to tackle.
Staff Sgt. James Miller makes corrections to a story

Rules and Tips for DoD Writers

Article
12 min
Improve your writing and boost credibility by avoiding these grammar, sentence, structure and style goofs.
Captain Caroline Locksmith, the assistant logistics officer ...es. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Collyer)

Don't Just Edit - Coach!

Article
3 min
Coach writers to develop their skills, so there's less editing in the future.

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