Media Officer

• $98,334 to $107,565
• Ongoing, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24218
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: Total remuneration range: $116,370 to $127,294 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $98,334 to $107,565 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Media Officer to join Marketing and Communication, Chancellery Division.

The Strategic Media and Corporate Communication team is seeking an experienced journalist and corporate communication officer to source story information, develop and disseminate content directly to media outlets and social media platforms. The Media Officer will coordinate the production and dissemination of fit for purpose content for broadcast, online and print media, as well as all social media outlets employed by the university. They will also be expected to be familiar with and contribute to the development of an effective and modern media contacts database. The successful applicant will also liaise with media; prepare copy for key corporate publications including e-publications; and assist with layout, production and proof reading. The Media Officer may be required to work evenings and weekends at various times throughout the year. The position is based within the Marketing and Communication Department at the Kelvin Grove campus.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Marketing and Communications Department is responsible for:

• Building and protecting QUT’s brand and reputation
• Engaging and recruiting future students
• Ensuring communications from QUT are effective and of high professional standard.

As well as professional services provided to the university community, the Department is responsible for a variety of corporate communication functions and oversees relevant policies, protocols and governance arrangements..

What you need to succeed

Education, training and/or experience equivalent to postgraduate qualification, or progress towards postgraduate qualifications, with relevant experience in communication, journalism or a related field.

Demonstrated ability to use own initiative to seek out stories, prepare creative digital media content and pitch stories to media across multiple platforms.

Demonstrated interview, writing and editing skills, including coverage of complex subjects.

Demonstrated ability to identify appropriate media contacts across platforms to aid in the development of an effective and modern media contacts database.

Demonstrated ability and experience in the development and implementation of corporate communication strategies and media campaigns for a variety of media channels, including social media.

Demonstrated organisational skills to enable the appointee to work within tight deadlines, balance competing priorities and work harmoniously in a small, busy office with a high level of media enquiry.

Demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with people at all levels and an ability to maintain confidentiality and commit to the highest ethical standards.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 14-Mar-2024

Applications Close: 01-Apr-2024 at 11.30pm

Find out more and apply by clicking Apply or the link below.

View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=A442657D-37B1-8193-2AA2-DA908105177A

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