Media Resources Officer

Media Resources Officer

Job no: 500378

Work type: Full time

Location: Hobart

Categories: Marketing & Communications

About the opportunity

The Wicking Centre is unique in Australia as an integrated dementia research and education centre that is active across a range of disciplines, aiming to improve the lives of people living with dementia, and increase knowledge and awareness of carers, health providers and communities. The Media Resources Officer will provide advice and expertise in the production and delivery of a range of media, in particular video and photography, primarily for the Centre’s online education programs. Skills in managing multiple projects and competing priorities will also be required.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver quality teaching, research and public relation/marketing materials through the production of high quality photography, video footage and graphics; including both production and post-production editing.


• Provide advice on presentation formats for a range of content including still images and video footage.


• Promote excellent quality output by liaising and directing presenters and speakers in terms of content delivery.


• Identify and implement best practices to create high quality content, including identifying suitable shooting locations and venues, and advising on equipment requirements.


• Manage filming and production schedules for a range of online learning programs to ensure quality and contemporary content, including liaising with presenters, academic leads and project staff.


• Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What we’re looking for:

• Completion of a degree or diploma level qualification in graphic art, photography, multi-media, videography or similar, with relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.


• Demonstrated high level photography and videography skills, including the ability to edit postproduction images.


• Demonstrated project management skills, including effective management of competing deadlines and the ability to deliver quality results with accuracy and initiative.


• Demonstrated skills using a range of graphic design, multi-media and editing software.


• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with and provide direction and advice to presenters in order to maximise quality of outputs; and ability to work effectively as a team member.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 5 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $102,190 comprising base salary within the range of $78,210 to $87,342 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success criteria.

For further information about this position, please contact Sam Poynter, Business Manager, samuel.poynter@utas.edu.au and 03 6226 8349.

Please visit our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.

Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Applications close: Monday, 21 October 2024, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Advertised: 08 Oct 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time

Applications close: 21 Oct 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time