Digital Content and Social Media Specialist

Colac Otway Shire; Colac; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Colac Otway Shire is seeking a Digital Content and Social Media Officer to bring the stories of the region to life. You will create engaging social media content, capture community moments, and deliver digital campaigns that connect residents with local places and projects.

The role focuses on storytelling, content creation, and community engagement, with a fixed-term, temporary full-time arrangement to 30 June 2027 in Colac.

Qualifications

• Experience managing organisational social media accounts.
• Strong photography, videography and content creation skills.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling abilities.
• A creative mindset with a passion for community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling social media content including photos, videos, reels and graphics.
• Manage and grow Council's social media presence.
• Capture and share stories from across the community.
• Deliver engaging digital campaigns and analyse performance to drive results.

Skills

Social media management

Photography

Videography

Content writing

Job description

Digital Content and Social Media Specialist

Digital Content and Social Media Officer

Temporary Full Time, Fixed Term to 30 June 2027 Colac Otway Shire

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for digital content, social media and community engagement?

We're looking for a talented Digital Content and Social Media Officer to bring the stories of Colac Otway Shire to life. From capturing community events and creating engaging videos to managing social media channels and delivering digital campaigns, you'll play a key role in connecting our community with the people, places and projects that make our region unique.

What you’ll do:

• Create compelling social media content including photos, videos, reels and graphics.
• Manage and grow Council's social media presence.
• Capture and share stories from across the community.
• Deliver engaging digital campaigns and analyse performance to drive results.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience managing organisational social media accounts.
• Strong photography, videography and content creation skills.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling abilities.
• A creative mindset with a passion for community engagement.

Join a values-driven organisation where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while helping showcase one of Victoria's most beautiful regions.

Salary Information: $77,392.64 to $99,797.88 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

Applications Close Monday 21 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Please note: we reserve the right to conduct interviews with suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.