Content & Communications Coordinator: Social & Editorial Storyteller

University of Southern Queensland; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is seeking a Content and Communications Coordinator to craft engaging social media posts, write news stories and feature articles, and coordinate media releases across UniSQ’s channels. You’ll identify compelling stories, tailor messages for diverse audiences, and collaborate with colleagues across the university to elevate content and engagement.

The role requires strong writing and storytelling abilities, experience with digital and editorial formats,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, marketing, PR or advertising, with relevant experience.
• Strong writing, editing and storytelling across digital, social media and editorial formats.
• Experience creating engaging social media content and knowledge of current platforms and trends.
• Ability to research and write news, features, media releases and other communications materials.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach with good judgement and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• research, write and produce engaging social media, news, feature and other editorial content;
• develop social media content and campaigns that showcase UniSQ’s people, achievements, research and impact;
• research and write media releases and contribute to media pitches and media relations activities;
• work with colleagues and stakeholders across UniSQ to identify and develop strong stories and content opportunities;
• contribute ideas and new approaches to increase engagement across UniSQ’s digital and social channels; and
• monitor content and social media performance and use insights to help improve future activity.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Storytelling

Social media content creation

Editorial writing

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in communications or related field

Job description

University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is seeking a Content and Communications Coordinator to craft engaging social media posts, write news stories and feature articles, and coordinate media releases across UniSQ’s channels. You’ll identify compelling stories, tailor messages for diverse audiences, and collaborate with colleagues across the university to elevate content and engagement.

The role requires strong writing and storytelling abilities, experience with digital and editorial formats,