Fort Gordon Training Support Center
Multimedia Visual Information Center, (MVIC) Branch
The Multimedia Visual Information Center, (M/VIC) is a branch under the Training Support Center, (TSC) Division. MVIC is the authorized Visual Information Support Activity for Fort Gordon and the designated geographical area. M/VIC supports official functions, training and significant events with a wide range of Visual Information, (VI) products and services. MVIC is comprised of seven functions/services, Audio Visual, (AV), Graphics, Loan & Issue, Photography, Presentation Support, Self Help, and Video Production. All requests for these functions/services must be submitted on a DA 3903 form at www.vios.army.mil.
MVIC Mission
- Serves as the Installation Manager for implementation of DA/G-6 and IMCOM Visual Information Policy and procedures.
- Manages the operation of a full service Integrated VI/TSC activity as authorized by Army G-6.
- Implements Army G-6 IMCOM and Garrison directives, policy and procedures.
- Prepares and submits funding and manpower POM requirements to ensure support of authorized mission.
- Submits VI System Program (VISP) requirements for OPA funding.
- Installation purchase approval authority for all installation AV/VI equipment costing $49.0K or less.
- Provides regional video production and documentation in support of IMCOM directed projects.
Location
The MVIC Branch is located on the first floor in Nelson Hall, Bldg # 29801, on Chamberlain Road. Nelson Hall directly beside Signal Towers sharing the same parking lot. Normal office hours are Monday through Friday from 0700-1700 hrs.
MVIC Manager
COM: 706-791-3845/2345 (DSN: 780)
FAX COM: 706-791-5432 (DSN: 780)
Work Order Coordinator
COM: 706-791-3905 (DSN: 780)
Audio-Visual Loan & Issue
MVIC provides loan and issue of audio-visual equipment such as projectors, screens, podiums and portable PA systems to authorized users in the Fort Gordon area of support. Portable sound support for unit level activities and functions are supported by temporary loan and issue of required equipment. Customers requesting loan and issue of video projectors, sound equipment, speakers, podiums, and similar equipment must have an authorized hand receipt record on file with MVIC. All requests must be submitted on a DA-3903 at www.vios.army.mil.
Graphics
MVIC Graphics provides professional graphic design and fabrication in a broad spectrum of visual media products. These products include, but are not limited to, original graphic artwork for use in training aids, Power Point presentations, signs and charts. Each request will be considered separately, and according to the quantity and desired products the work request may require reimbursement from the customer.
MVIC Graphics also provides large format color printing up to 42 inches in width. Lamination and mounting of posters (if approved) is done by the customer in our Self Help section.
All work order requests for Graphic support must be submitted on a DA-3903 at www.vios.army.mil.
NOTE: M/VIC does not produce or provide copies of Army Posters or Publications.
In order to obtain Army Values, Soldier's Creed or other Department of the Army, (DA) Posters you must have an account with The Publication Control Officer and submit a DA Form 17. The Fort Gordon Publication Control Officer can be reached at 706-791-2004.
Photography
The M/VIC Photo mission is to provide photo documentation of significant Fort Gordon events, functions, and training, and provide official photography such as DA file 201 photos and Chain of Command, Head and Shoulders, photos. All requests must be submitted on a DA-3903 at www.vios.army.mil.
Official DA Photo
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
It is the mission and responsibility of MVIC to ensure that all Fort Gordon military personnel receive the best official military personnel (DA 201) photograph possible to reflect credit upon the soldier and the U.S. Army. Only authorized MVIC activities may take official DA photographs, as required by AR 640-30. MVIC activities will take active measures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all digital official DA photographs. The photographer will not give the soldier a digital file copy.
The only uniform authorized for official photographs is the Class-A (Blue or Green) Army Service Uniform. To ensure the highest quality image is taken, the soldier is responsible for ensuring that his or her uniform fits properly and that all ribbons/medals are correctly displayed for official military photographs. The MVIC photographer will take two DA images of each soldier. The soldier will have the opportunity to approve their choice of these two. If neither of these is acceptable, the photographer will immediately take two more exposures if the discrepancy has been resolved. The soldier will then have the opportunity to approve one of these two. There will be no further re-shoots. Re-shoots will only be done if images are damaged or if major discrepancies are identified, such as unacceptable levels of moire (object stair-stepping) in digital photographs. Natural wrinkles from wearing of the uniform are acceptable per AR 640-30 and are not justification for a re-shoot. Reshoots will only be authorized with the submission of a written request from the Soldier's Commanding Officer and available appointment time.
DA Photo Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 0745-1045 and 1200-1515
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
- Schedule an appointment online at www.vios.army.mil
- Appointments only
- Dressing rooms are available in room 119
- Digital images are uploaded to DAPMIS within 24 hours
- Specific TPU's still require hardcopies
- Warrant Officer Application, OCS Application and certain other applications may require hardcopies
- Any hardcopies can be picked up in room 113
Head and Shoulders Photo Hours
MVIC provides photo studio support for Chain of Command (1SG and above), NCO, Soldier and Civilian of the Quarter and Year, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Equal Opportunity (EO) representatives.
Wednesday: 0745-1045 and 1200-1515
WALK-IN BASIS
- Fill out a work order, DA 3903, when you arrive at room 113, Nelson Hall or at www.vios.army.mil.
- Walk-in basis (first come first serve)
- Dressing rooms are available in room 119
- Expect photographs within 10 days
- Customer will be called/emailed when photos are ready for pickup
- Pick up head and shoulder photographs in room 113
Presentation Support
M/VIC provides portable presentation support for Battalion level and above official events. All requests must be submitted on a DA-3903 at www.vios.army.mil. Presentation support includes major Garrison Installation Events, Command Programs, Conferences and Symposiums, conducted during the normal duty day, (0700-1700) Monday thru Friday.
IAW the M/VIC Standard Level of Support, C4IM and Fort Gordon Inter-Service Support Agreements, those activities that require presentation support after normal duty hours must provide reimbursement. POC for coordination of presentation support requests is the MVIC Manager, COM: 706-791-3845/2345 (DSN: 780).
Self Help
M/VIC provides a Self Help facility for use with an approved work order and appointment. The facility allows customers to create and fabricate charts, posters, slap-ons and signs. A laminator is available for customer use as well as foam and corex boards to mount media.
Work order requests for use of the Self Help facility must be submitted on a DA-3903 at www.vios.army.mil. Self Help customers will be scheduled when the facility is available for their use.
Allow up to 48 hours for Graphics personnel to contact you with an appointment time.
Video Production
M/VIC provides event documentation and local video production. The television production mission and function is to support the Installation Garrison, Senior Mission Commander training requirements, public affairs and command information. For nearly half a century, the Army and the Signal Corps have utilized the television facilities of MVIC for instructional television in a broad range of applications, from the fundamentals of electronics through initial entry training support to complex management information briefings on the current electronic warfare threat. The organization has earned a number of command-wide awards for production excellence supporting Army Recruiting initiatives, public affairs, and internal and external informational programs. M/VIC operates the Fort Gordon Command Channel. All requests must be submitted on a DA-3903 at www.vios.army.mil.
Capabilities
- Non-Linear Editing
- Studio Productions
- Multi-Camera Mobile Television Unit
- Command Channel
- Duplication
- Digital Effects, Graphics, & Animation