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CHECK YOUR WORK

During a crisis, follow this checklist to ensure that you don't miss a step while executing your social media strategy.
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COVER YOUR STEPS

Following up after a casualty or injury requires precision communication. Use this How To as a guide for following the rules with compassion.
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JUMP-START YOUR TASK

Choosing the right words after an incident is critical. This template will help you craft a follow-up release as new information comes to light.
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SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS

Test your analytical skills to see if you can determine what the Commander actually wants.
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REPEAT OTHERS’ VICTORIES

Don’t forget to hydrate before digging into this example of social media success.
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Secretary of the U.S. Army Ryan D. McCarthy, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army Gen. James C. McConville and Sgt. Maj. of the U.S. Army Michael A. Grinston render honors during an Army Full Honors Wreath Laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, Va., June 14, 2020.

Writing Quality Tactics

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Understand what a tactic is and how to write tactics that align and support the overall strategy.
U.S. Air Force Col. Thomas P. Sherman, 88th Air Base Wing commander, answers questions from a member of local media during a press conference inside the Twin Base Golf Course at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, June 3, 2020.

Media Kit Essentials

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Use this collection of resources to assist you in creating your next media kit.
U.S. Air Force Staff. Sgt. Kirsten Brandes, 86th Airlift Wing noncommissioned officer in charge of media, looks over the base’s Facebook page at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 28, 2020.

Public Affairs Media Analysis Template

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Use this template as a guide to conduct a Public Affairs Media Analysis.
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Understand the Why: Aligning the Message to Your...

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Learn from the Army the value of applying a communication strategy to your visual product.
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Media Kit Quality Assurance Checklist

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2 min
Ensure the media have the information needed to provide quality coverage of your event using this checklist.
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Wesley Carrow, 52nd Communications Squadron client systems technician, works on a computer in a back shop at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 6, 2020. Due to the spread of COVID-19, the 52nd CS received many computers that needed VPN capabilities added to support the amount of Airmen teleworking. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alison Stewart)

How to Submit Imagery to DMA via DVIDS

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Use this guide to submit imagery to Defense Media Activity (DMA) via DVIDS for the DoD VI Archives (DVIA) and...
U.S. Army Spc. Keith Thornburgh, 982nd Signal Company (Combat Camera) (Airborne), edits a video product while supporting CSTX 78-19-02 at Fort Dix, NJ, June 14, 2019.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) F...

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Reference Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Standards and Guidelines (February 2015).
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Trial by Fire: Evolving a Social Media Strategy

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Watch as MSgt. Jarad Denton discusses the trials and tribulations that led to establishing a strong social...
Navy Recruiter Saves Lives through Social Media

What's Wrong With This Post?

Knowledge Check
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Analyze social media posts and see if you can detect what's wrong.

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Understand the Why: Aligning the Message to Your...

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Learn from the Army the value of applying a communication strategy to your visual product.
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How to Adjust Audio Gain in Adobe Premiere

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4 min
Review these steps for adjusting audio gain using Adobe Premiere Pro.
U.S. Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Austin Berner, with the 982nd Combat Camera Company (ABN), documents an Airborne Operation with the 5th Ranger Battalion at Stringer field, GA on Oct. 11, 2019.

Factors That Affect the Depth of Field

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4 min
Visualize how aperture, focal length and distance from a subject affect depth of field.
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Techniques for Shooting Photographs with Flash

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Review techniques for shooting flash photography using a hot-shoe flash.
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How to Copy an Exported Catalog to a Disc in Ado...

How To
3 min
Review these steps on how to copy an exported catalog to a disc.
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Rodeback, a broadcast journalist, speaks to a guest during his morning radio show

Video Script Formatting Template

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Use this template to properly format a single column script for a visual media news story.
A drill instructor with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, introduces himself to new recruits on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., June 5, 2020.

Repurposing Gems From the Archives

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Watch a positive example of how some creative thinking and musical overlay helped this USMC tweet go viral.
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Exposure Theory

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Explore this collection of resources to understand proper exposure.
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Required Shots for a Crime Scene Checklist

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Use this checklist to help take crime scene photos during an investigation.

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How to Adjust Audio Gain in Adobe Premiere

How To
4 min
Review these steps for adjusting audio gain using Adobe Premiere Pro.
Selective focus photography of a hand holding a compact disc upside down. (Photo by Phil Hearing on Unsplash.com)

How to Copy an Exported Catalog to a Disc in Ado...

How To
3 min
Review these steps on how to copy an exported catalog to a disc.
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Rodeback, a broadcast journalist, speaks to a guest during his morning radio show

Video Script Formatting Template

Template
1 min
Use this template to properly format a single column script for a visual media news story.
Coast Guard Cmdr. Timothy Cronin, deputy chief of enforcement for the Coast Guard 7th District, speaks to South Florida media outlets during the offload of approximately eight tons of seized cocaine from the Coast Guard Cutter Bernard C. Webber to Coast Guard Base Miami Beach on June 13, 2016.

Write Better Headlines

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Explore these tips to get your audience's attention by improving your headlines!
A drill instructor with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, introduces himself to new recruits on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., June 5, 2020.

Repurposing Gems From the Archives

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2 min
Watch a positive example of how some creative thinking and musical overlay helped this USMC tweet go viral.
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Composition Techniques to Create Engaging Imagery

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9 min
Explore various composition techniques that will help you create impactful photographs.
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Blank Slate: Lighting for Videos

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4 min
Watch the 3rd Audiovisual Squadron's video to learn basic lighting tips that will help tell your story.
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Setting White Balance on the Nikon D750 Camera

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Use this reference table to select light temperature on the Nikon D750 for indoor and outdoor video shooting.
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Blank Slate: Video Editing Techniques

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Watch the 3rd Audiovisual Squadron's video to learn commonly used editing techniques by seeing them in action...