Communications Officer

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DCJ is seeking a Communications Officer (Video & Content Production) in Parramatta (hybrid, full-time ongoing, Clerk Grade 7/8) with salary $116,981-$129,492 plus super and leave loading. You’ll join Corporate Communications to produce high quality internal video, photography and multimedia content, lead end-to-end video production from concept to editing, direct DCJ Live livestreams, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex policy into engaging stories that support priorities. Ideal candidates have proven video production, livestream workflows, strong project management and stakeholder engagement, and thrive under pressure. To apply, tailor a concise cover letter (max 2 pages) and resume (max 3 pages), apply on the DCJ Careers site before 29 July 11:59pm AEST, and highlight your reel or portfolio.

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Communications Officer

 

• Location – Parramatta (Hybrid)
• Employment type – Ongoing full-time
• Grade - Clerk Grade 7/8
• Salary – $116,981 pa - $129,492 pa plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

 

Create content that connects, engages and inspires across DCJ

 

Your role

 

Join DCJ's Corporate Communications team and help bring important stories to life through engaging video and multimedia content. As a Communications Officer (Video & Content Production), you'll create high-quality digital content that informs, inspires and connects employees across the department.

 

Working on a diverse range of projects, including the department’s livestream series, DCJ Live, you'll collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver compelling visual storytelling that supports strategic priorities and drives engagement.

 

What you’ll do

 

Play a key role in delivering impactful content that reaches thousands of employees across DCJ.

• Lead end-to-end video production, from concept development and filming to editing and post-production.
• Produce engaging video, photography and multimedia content for internal communication channels.
• Direct and deliver DCJ Live livestream productions, coordinating presenters, guests and production requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop creative content that supports business priorities.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

 

 

What we’re looking for

 

We're seeking a creative and experienced content professional who thrives in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

• Proven experience in video production, videography, editing and multimedia content creation.
• Strong knowledge of livestream production, broadcast workflows and production coordination.
• Ability to transform complex information into engaging and impactful visual stories.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, planning and project management skills.
• Strong judgement, adaptability and the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure.

 

Ready to create content that connects, engages and inspires? Apply now and help shape how DCJ communicates with its people.

Download the role description.

 

To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button.

 

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

 

What we offer

 

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

 

• a challenging and rewarding career

• flexible, autonomous work environment

• competitive pay and conditions

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

 

Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

 

We do work that really matters

 

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

 

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

 

Are you ready to join us?

 

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date resume (maximum 3 pages).

 

Applications close Wednesday, 29 July at 11:59pm AEST.

 

Got a question?

 

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Rosalin Kuriype via email at [email protected]

 

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Poppy Sgro on 02 9765 3929 or via email at [email protected]   

 

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

 

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

 

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

 

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

 

Other Information

 

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

 

For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website.

 

 

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

 

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