Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Courtroom Presentation Specialist to support ITC Federalโs work for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) under the anticipated MEGA 6 automated litigation support (ALS) program. This is a fully remote position supporting DOJโs complex litigation mission.
Works with the trial team, including expert witnesses, to develop plans for trial or hearings using a courtroom presentation system.
Responsibilities
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Prepares exhibit images for particular uses (e.g. zooming in on or highlighting a particular paragraph, or setting up two exhibits side by side on the screen).
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Develops simple graphic images/exhibits using standard off-the-shelf software packages.
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Advises attorneys on the effectiveness of certain exhibits or sequences of exhibits.
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Is responsible for the smooth operation of the presentation system in the courtroom.
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Digitizes audio and video clips.
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Synchronizes clips with written transcripts.
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The Courtroom Presentation Specialist will be the only contractor staff member needed to work with the attorneys in preparing for trial and in presenting materials in the courtroom.
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The Courtroom Presentation Specialist needs to be a "jack-of-all-trades" capable of performing all trial and courtroom support functions, including equipment set up and troubleshooting, scripting, advising on graphics presentations, and courtroom operation of equipment.
Qualifications
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Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Public Trust clearance prior to start (candidates are not required to be cleared at the time of application).
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Authorized to work in the United States.
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Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.
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Must be familiar with standard courtroom presentation packages such as Trial Director and Sanction.
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Must have excellent oral communication skills.
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Must be able to work effectively as a team member in an extremely pressured environment.
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a trial team through the entire pretrial and trial cycle, identifying and scanning exhibits, scripting with the attorneys, setting up the courtroom, operating and troubleshooting the system in the courtroom.
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Must be able to travel for long periods of time.
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Must be able to work long hours for an extended period of time.
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Trial experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Desired skills: familiarity with standard litigation support applications (e.g., Relativity, iConect, CaseMap, etc).
Work Environment and Physical Demands
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This is a fully remote position; work is performed from a home office.
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Work is primarily sedentary, performed while using a computer for extended periods of time.
Benefits
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Health, Dental and Vision
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401(k)
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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11 Paid Federal Holidays
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3 weeksโ Paid Time Off