[Remote] Trial Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ITC Federal is seeking a very senior Trial Consultant to support the U.S. Department of Justice’s MEGA 6 automated litigation support program. The role is responsible for preparing and presenting trial evidence, advising litigation teams on courtroom technology and presentations, and coordinating courtroom and war-room presentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with trial teams throughout the pre-trial and trial
• Provides expert consulting services to litigation teams regarding the effective application of trial communication methods and multimedia presentations
• Works with the trial team, including expert witnesses, to develop and execute plans for presenting a case in the courtroom using a courtroom presentation system
• This individual will be responsible for the overall trial presentation including: exhibit presentation, overseeing the courtroom setup, and conducting ‘hot seat’ activities during trial
• The individual in this position will be responsible for recommending dynamic graphic and multimedia presentations for use at trial
• Must have experience supporting mobile devices, tablets and iPads at trial
• Coordinates with the trial team both before trial and during trial to develop scripts for presenting exhibits in a particular order to support testimony
• Assists in the identification, development, and presentation of trial themes
• Recommends and oversees the preparation of graphic images and exhibits using standard off the shelf software packages
• Oversees graphics production capabilities such as in using PowerPoint, Adobe Product Suite (InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop), other 2D, video editing, and 3D animation
• May coordinate the development of demonstrative graphics that enhance persuasion opportunities
• May design and implement custom database, imaging and trial presentation systems to support complex cases
• Designs courtroom display schematics and oversees the installation of the Courtroom and War Room presentation equipment

Skills

• 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)
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Minimum experience of 10 trials supporting and consulting with trial teams on the use of technology in the courtroom
• Must be thoroughly familiar with standard courtroom presentation packages such as Trial Director and Sanction
• High proficiency in graphic design, infographics and MS PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, MS PowerPoint with experience in WordPress, Webflow, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS and Dreamweaver
• Experience in designing and creating mockups for web-based platforms
• Familiarity with standard litigation support applications (e.g., Relativity, iConect, CaseMap, etc)
• Must have excellent oral communication skills
• Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college in Multimedia, Digital Design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or related concentration or discipline
• A law degree or litigation paralegal training desirable

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision
• 401(k)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 3 weeks’ Paid Time Off
• Fully remote position; work is performed from a home office. Must be located in or near the Washington, DC area and available for short-notice on-site meetings.

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