NEC
A24A
Writer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Applies basic elements of non-fiction writing and narrative storytelling techniques to write feature stories to further DoD themes and messages. Identifies and understands the differences in purpose and structure between hard news stories and feature stories. Identifies the story purpose and focus, plans the story angle and selects the type of feature appropriate to the story focus and purpose. Identifies and understands target audiences, practices research methods to gather background narrative, selects appropriate sources, and composes in-depth interview questions for long-form interviews.
Core Skills
- feature story writing
- news story structure
- interview question development
- source research and verification
- audience analysis
- story angle development
- narrative storytelling
- editorial fact checking
- public affairs message alignment
Common Certifications
- HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
- Google Analytics Certification
- Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video or Visual Design
- Society of Professional Journalists training certificates
- Certified Professional Technical Communicator
- Public Relations Society of America APR
Civilian Career Paths
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS
- ADMINISTRATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
- Google Analytics Certification
- Associated Press Stylebook training
- Public relations writing course
Career Growth
- Public Relations Society of America APR
- Certified Professional Technical Communicator
- Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video or Visual Design
- Google Project Management Professional Certificate
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.