Senior Communications Officer

Creative Australia 

Creative Australia is the Australian Government’s principal arts investment and development agency. We invest in and advocate for artists, creative work, creative organisations and cultural participation, so all Australians can express their creative potential, take part in arts and culture, and experience the diverse stories of our nation. Our purpose is to champion and invest in human creativity, culture and connection for all.

Our Purpose 

We champion and invest in arts and creativity for a dynamic, creative Australia. 

Our Culture 

We are proud to have been named an Inclusive Employer for the 4th consecutive time by Diversity Council Australia. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We strive to establish and sustain a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work. 

Your role 

In this role, you will maximise the effectiveness of corporate communications delivered through Creative Australia’s website, email and social media channels to increase visibility and promote the public value of arts and creativity.

Some key aspects of the role include:

• Drafting, optimising and publishing corporate communications content in line with the organisation’s communication priorities on Creative Australia’s digital channels
• Enhancing corporate communications across the website and all email and social media channels to ensure effective positioning and engagement
• Driving the ongoing development of Creative Australia’s digital suite, including supporting the integration of Creative Australia’s websites, SharePoint, and Salesforce to create more engaging communications and improve workflows

* For more information about the role and its requirements, please refer to the position description.

What this means for you 

• Fixed term, until September 2027
• Office Location: Melbourne
• Salary of $89,522 + 15.4% superannuation
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work arrangement (two days’ work from home and three days on site)
• Paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Paid cultural leave to attend religious or cultural obligations
• Wellbeing programs and corporate discounts
• Holistic employee assistance program for employees, their families, and kin 

How to apply 

Submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the job requirements outlined in the position description at the Creative Australia careers page.

If you need any support or have any questions about submitting your application, contact Ella Mitchell, Communications Manager at *************@creative.gov.au and *******@creative.gov.au

Applications close 9 September 2026 at 11:59pm. 

We’re hiring now!  

We are actively reviewing applications and scheduling interviews as they come in, so seize the opportunity and show us what you’ve got.  

This is not an Australian Public Service position. 

Creative Australia is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, cultural and regional communities, including people with disability.