Senior Media Advisor

Advertising / Media / Publishing Advertising - Creative Services

• Shape strategic media responses and messaging
• $72 + Super/hourly rate 6 months contract
• Monitor trends and support crisis communications

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and strategic Senior Media Advisor to support a high-profile government client. This role is critical in managing media relations, protecting corporate reputation, and advising senior leaders on media engagement and messaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver media responses, statements, alerts, and strategies
• Collaborate with the Minister's media team and internal stakeholders
• Advise and prepare senior leaders and spokespeople for media engagements
• Monitor media trends and update stakeholder strategies
• Scan the socio-political environment for risks and opportunities
• Build relationships with media officers in key agencies
• Participate in on-call media and emergency response teams

Requirements

• Degree in communications, journalism, public policy, PR, or business
• Valid driver's licence
• Proven experience in media relations, crisis communications, and reputation management
• Strong writing, storytelling, and project management skills
• Excellent understanding of government relations and media networks

Capabilities

• Media Strategy, Crisis Comms, Relationship Management
• Detail-oriented and brand-aware

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to public sector communications, support executive leadership, and help shape the public narrative around essential services.