Advisor, Social Media

Advisor, Social Media

Join Screen NSW and Sound NSW, within the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
Clerk Grade 7/8 with a salary range of $110,266 - $122,058 per annum plus superannuation
Temporary role up to 12 months (with possibility of extension or conversion to ongoing) based in Sydney CBD

About the role

As the Advisor, Social Media, you will play a key role in leading platform planning, content creation and community management across Screen NSW and Sound NSW’s social media channels. You will drive the development of well-informed, engaged online communities and foster meaningful interaction aligned with each entity’s strategies and priorities. This role involves content ideation and production, real-time community engagement, performance monitoring, and collaboration with internal teams and government partners to deliver impactful digital communication and an exceptional customer experience.

For any questions related to the role, please contact Holly Bennett, Senior Advisor, Social Media via holly.bennett@24houreconomy.nsw.gov.au.


About You

You are a creative and strategic social media professional with at least two years’ experience managing professional social media accounts, particularly on LinkedIn and Instagram. You’ll have a strong understanding of current social media trends, tactics and platform updates, and be skilled in creating engaging content—ideally with photography and video editing capabilities. A background or keen interest in the screen and/or music sectors will be highly regarded, as will your ability to stay across shifting government priorities. You’ll be proactive, adaptable and able to translate complex priorities into compelling social media activity that connects with diverse audiences.

Applicants from First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description.


How to Apply

Your application must include a cover letter and an up-to-date resume that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role. Applications must be submitted via our recruitment portal; applications will not be accepted by email.

Closing Date: Wednesday 16 April 2025 [10.00AM]

Contact: Sally McRae, Talent Acquisition Partner via recruitment@dciths.nsw.gov.au


Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.

Together we:

create social and economic opportunities for the state
support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history.
We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months. Read more