Media Advisor - Faculty of Science and Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities include: Proactively identifying and pitching media opportunities that showcase the Faculty's research, academic expertise, and achievements of staff, students, alumni, and the broader Faculty community. Collaborating with internal Faculty stakeholders to identify stories and areas of expertise that align with media trends and strategic priorities. Building and nurturing relationships with key media outlets and journalists, positioning Macquarie University as a trusted source for expert commentary and newsworthy stories. Writing engaging media releases and producing compelling articles and stories for the University's primary news platform, The Lighthouse , tailored to diverse audiences, including national and international media. Supporting editorial decision-making to prioritise stories and content based on relevance to key stakeholders and media interest. Helping to deliver a comprehensive media training program - equipping researchers and staff to engage with the media effectively. Monitoring and evaluating media coverage to track Faculty-related stories and measure the effectiveness of media strategies. Assisting with managing media responses during crises or sensitive issues, ensuring timely and accurate communication to protect the University's reputation. Participating in an out-of-hours on-call roster, including after-hours monitoring of the media hotline and timely responses to media queries and requests. Macquarie University has always been a place of innovation and discovery. As a world-leading university, we are recognised globally as one of Australia's leading research institutions and remain at the forefront of learning, teaching, and discovery across a range of fields. We pride ourselves on our mission of being a university of service and engagement. Group Marketing is responsible for managing and promoting the University's brand, reputation, and achievements. The Communications team executes effective internal and external communication strategies, manages the University's reputation in the media, and develops high-level messaging for target audiences. About You You are a versatile and motivated communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring a genuine interest in higher education and the ability to translate complex research into engaging narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. You build productive working relationships with ease and are comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining quality output. Selection Criteria: Relevant tertiary qualifications in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related discipline - or equivalent professional experience. Extensive experience in media relations, journalism, or communications, ideally within complex or knowledge-rich organisations such as higher education or the public sector, with preferred experience in STEM-related media desirable. Exceptional storytelling capabilities - visual, written, and video - with the ability to tailor content for different audiences and platforms. Demonstrated experience in building relationships with journalists, securing media coverage, and managing media engagement across platforms. Experience in developing and d