I am a Mass Communication Specialist and former Behavioral Health Technician with 14 years of experience in multimedia production, crisis communication, and mental health advocacy. I’m known for blending creative storytelling with strategic messaging to strengthen public understanding and support our service members and communities. My work blends hands-on production with a commitment to human-centered storytelling. I publish my portfolio on DVIDS, coordinating Navy photography, video, and graphic design projects that capture operational excellence, teamwork, and service. I thrive on authentic narratives that connect audiences to missions and people behind them.

Christopher Jones

I am a Mass Communication Specialist and former Behavioral Health Technician with 14 years of experience in multimedia production, crisis communication, and mental health advocacy. I’m known for blending creative storytelling with strategic messaging to strengthen public understanding and support our service members and communities. My work blends hands-on production with a commitment to human-centered storytelling. I publish my portfolio on DVIDS, coordinating Navy photography, video, and graphic design projects that capture operational excellence, teamwork, and service. I thrive on authentic narratives that connect audiences to missions and people behind them.

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I am a Mass Communication Specialist and former Behavioral Health Technician with 14 years of experience in multimedia production, crisis communication, and mental health advocacy. I’m known for blending creative storytelling with strategic messaging to strengthen public understanding and support our service members and communities.

My work blends hands-on production with a commitment to human-centered storytelling. I publish my portfolio on DVIDS, coordinating Navy photography, video, and graphic design projects that capture operational excellence, teamwork, and service. I thrive on authentic narratives that connect audiences to missions and people behind them.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Mass Communications Specialist at U.S. Navy
February 1, 2021 - Present
Produced and distributed internal and external products for communication. Assisted with photo/video production and performed visual/sound editing tasks.
Behavioral Health Technician at Crisis Response Unit
February 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Conducted behavioral health assessments to identify purpose of behavior and provide resources. Worked with a collaborative team to identify the needs of clients and their families.
Peer Support Specialist at Recovery Innovations
April 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Helped individuals reintegrate with their community and natural support. Helped individuals identify proper coping mechanisms to rectify their behavioral health crisis.
Mass Communication Specialist at U.S. Navy
February 1, 2021 - Present
Produced and distributed internal and external products for communication. Assisted with photo/video production and performed visual/sound editing tasks.
Behavioral Health Technician at Crisis Response Unit
February 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Conducted behavioral health assessments to identify purpose of behavior and provide resources. Worked with a collaborative team to identify the needs of clients and their families.
Peer Support Specialist at Recovery Innovations
April 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Helped individuals reintegrate with their community and natural support. Helped individuals identify proper coping mechanisms to rectify their behavioral health crisis.
Mass Communication Specialist at U.S. Navy
February 1, 2021 - Present
Produced and distributed internal and external products for communication. Assisted with photo/video production and performed visual/sound editing tasks.
Behavioral Health Technician at Crisis Response Unit
February 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Conducted behavioral health assessments to identify purpose of behavior and provide resources. Worked with a collaborative team to identify the needs of clients and their families.
Peer Support Specialist at Recovery Innovations
April 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Helped individuals reintegrate with their community and natural support. Helped individuals identify proper coping mechanisms to rectify their behavioral health crisis.
Mass Communication Specialist at United States Navy
February 1, 2021 - Present
Produced and distributed strategic multimedia content (articles, photography, and broadcast packages) in support of Navy and DoD missions across eight UICs, reaching over 150 Sailors, Marines, and civilian personnel. Led cross-functional production teams on Navy training evolutions, humanitarian efforts, and leadership initiatives. Designed internal communications and morale campaigns aligned with Navy Visual Information standards, enhancing message consistency and readiness. Maintained a professional portfolio on DVID Shub highlighting Navy photography, video, and graphic design work that demonstrates operational excellence and teamwork. Recognized for leadership, professionalism, and mission readiness in Navy evaluation reports; earned Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals; mentored junior Sailors on best practices, production workflows, and storytelling principles to elevate qualification rates and career growth.
Behavioral Health Technician / Crisis Responder at Olympia Crisis Response Program
April 1, 2019 - February 28, 2021
Served in Olympia’s pioneering civilian crisis response program integrated with 9-1-1 dispatch, responding to nonviolent calls involving mental health, addiction, and homelessness. Provided behavioral health assessments and rapid response interventions to de-escalate crises and connect individuals to mental health services and community resources. Conducted proactive outreach in high-need areas, including homeless encampments and shelters, reducing repeat crisis calls through ongoing engagement. Coordinated transportation to treatment and crisis centers, supported morale campaigns, and maintained compassionate, effective communication with clients. Contributed to stability by maintaining consistent outreach and was featured in The Marshall Project’s 2020 article on Olympia’s civilian crisis response success.
Behavioral Health Technician / Crisis Responder at Olympia’s civilian crisis response program
April 1, 2019 - February 1, 2021
Served in a civilian crisis-response program integrated with 9/11 dispatch; responded to nonviolent calls involving mental health, addiction, and homelessness; provided behavioral health assessments, rapid response interventions, and linked individuals to services; conducted proactive outreach in high-need areas and contributed to follow-up care.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Thomas Edison State University (Trenton, NJ)
July 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Mass Communication/Media Studies at Defense Information School (Fort Meade, MD)
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at Thomas Edison State University
July 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Mass Communication/Media Studies at Defense Information School
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts at Thomas Edison State University
July 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Mass Communication/Media Studies at Defense Information School (Fort Meade, MD)
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts at Thomas Edison State University
January 1, 2024 - December 29, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Thomas Edison State University
January 1, 2024 - February 8, 2026
Certificate at Defense Information School
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026

Qualifications

DoD Media Award - Long-form Video Production
January 1, 2022 - December 29, 2025
DoD Media Award - Animation
January 1, 2023 - December 29, 2025
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026
DoD Media Award - Long-form Video Production
January 1, 2022 - February 8, 2026
DoD Media Award - Animation
January 1, 2023 - February 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization