Storyteller: Media & Reputation Communications

Churches of Christ in Queensland; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Hybrid working options

Free onsite parking & café

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to

Job summary

Churches of Christ in Queensland is seeking a Communications Specialist for Media & Reputation. The role focuses on shaping external representation, developing impactful stories, and managing media relationships. You will create media materials, support crisis communications, and produce concise video content for broader audiences.

You will collaborate with leaders, visit services, and pursue opportunities to elevate the organisation’s reputation. Hybrid work and generous leave are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in media relations, journalism, corporate communications or public relations.
• Strong writing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience building relationships with media and external stakeholders.
• Confidence working with senior leaders and preparing spokespersons.
• Experience filming and editing short-form content on mobile devices.
• Good judgment in sensitive or fast-moving situations.
• Proactive problem-solver with initiative to pursue opportunities.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Shape external representation of Churches of Christ in Queensland.
• Develop stories that showcase impact across communities and services.
• Write media releases, pitches, briefing notes, and messages.
• Manage media enquiries and support crisis communications.
• Support executive profiling and spokesperson prep.
• Capture and edit short-form video content; oversee external videographers.

Skills

Media relations

Journalism

Public relations

Storytelling

Strong writing

Interviews

Video content

Spokesperson preparation

Relationship building

Driver's licence

Travel readiness

Job description

Churches of Christ in Queensland is seeking a Communications Specialist for Media & Reputation. The role focuses on shaping external representation, developing impactful stories, and managing media relationships. You will create media materials, support crisis communications, and produce concise video content for broader audiences.

You will collaborate with leaders, visit services, and pursue opportunities to elevate the organisation’s reputation. Hybrid work and generous leave are offered.