Social Media and Content Producer

Department of Industry; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A government sports agency in New South Wales is seeking a Social Media and Content Producer to lead their social media efforts. Responsibilities include developing engaging content, managing social media accounts, and producing videos. The role requires expertise in social media platforms, video production skills, and a strong grasp of the Australian sport scene. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Flexible working conditions

Competitive salary

Generous leave entitlements

Access to Fitness Passport

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven ability in planning, creation and delivery of social content.
• Experience in social media community management.
• Strong understanding of the Australian sport and recreation sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead social media and content strategy for the NSW Office of Sport.
• Manage accounts and produce engaging social media content.
• Conduct video production tasks including filming and editing.

Skills

Social media management

Video production

Content strategy

Community management

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Job description

Everyone plays here

Be the captain of social media at the NSW Office of Sport

• Combine your passion for sport and social media expertise to lead the NSW Office of Sport around the social media paddock
• Salary ranges from $99,938 to $110,271 super & leave loading.
• Full-time opportunity based at Sydney Olympic Park. Flexible work arrangements will be considered.

About the role

The Social Media and Content Producer is the Office of Sport’s social media expert responsible for social media and content strategy, account management, video production and community management.

For more information read the Role Description – Social Media and Content.

About you

• You have proven ability in planning, creation and delivery of social content.
• Experience in social media community management.
• You have a strong understanding of the Australian sport and recreation sector and can develop relevant engaging social media content.
• Expertise in social media management platforms.
• Video production skills including using cameras, phones and editing tools.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, InDesign and Premier Pro or similar applications.

Essential Requirements

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the offer of employment. The position will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre‑Employment Health Assessment. You will also need to arrange a Working with Children Check at your own expense.

About us

The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation, offering a career with purpose and work that makes a difference. Delivering on our purpose of Everyone Plays Here, we are a unique workplace where no two days are the same!

Our work is spread across NSW with ten Sport and Recreation Centres, five Olympic Sport Venues and offices throughout the state. We provide leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure to enable participation in sport and active recreation. Our work improves health outcomes, connects communities and strengthens NSW.

Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is accessible for all people in NSW.

How to apply

For your online application to be considered it must include:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (maximum 2 pages).
• An up‑to‑date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to this role (maximum 5 pages).

Applications close: Sunday 14 September 2025 @11:55 pm.

Contact for enquiries

Contact Steve Norris for further information about the role.

Whats in it for you

The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on the quality of life of our clients. We offer a family‑friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program and free onsite parking.

Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office. Internally, we actively promote employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA individuals and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are a committed, inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.

We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Key Skills

• Quality Assurance
• Production Budgets
• Production Schedules
• Social Platforms
• Content Development
• Personnel Management
• Client Relationships
• Project Management
• Content Marketing
• Control Room
• Creative Concepts
• Newsgathering
• Show Content
• Video Production

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1