Office of the Director
The Office of the Director, coordinates the Department's and OC's communications efforts with the public about USDA's programs, functions, and initiatives, providing vital information to the customers and constituency groups who depend on the Department's services for their well-being.

Administrative and Information Services
The Administrative and Information Services staff, directed by the Assistant Director for Communications Operations, provides administrative support to all OC operations including budget planning, preparation, justification and execution, telecommunication services, and the processing of all training, travel, and procurement requests.

Broadcast Media and Technology
The Broadcast Media & Technology Center (BM&TC) produces a variety of media products in support of USDA mission areas. Products include: informational videos, radio and TV public service announcements, telecasts by satellite and Web cast, satellite media interviews, audio and videoconferences.

Constituent Affairs
The Office of Constituent Affairs (OCA) serves as a conduit for information about USDA's seven mission areas to the general public, the media, agricultural and industry constituent groups and USDA employees.

Creative Services Staff
The Creative Services Center (CSC) provides design, editing, photography, and printing services. CSC has centralized resources to improve the flow and coordination of visual communication projects. CSC's diversified talent includes design, editing, photography, and printing specialists for print media, non-print media, and exhibit fabrication.

Media Communications Coordination
The Media Communications Coordination Team coordinates public and media communications for the Office of the Secretary, USDA general offices and mission areas, and develops policies and plans for effective execution of overall basic and operating policy for development and dissemination of public affairs information.

Web Services and Distribution
The Office of Web Services and Distribution (WSD) disseminates electronic media, including but not limited to USDA Web Portal and distribution lists for OC. WSD also coordinates work flow and content flow with agencies and Departments as needed with the Director, Deputy Director, Press Secretary and OC Coordinators; and support functions.