"Social Media Content Creator - External Affairs and Media"

Social Media Content Creator - External Affairs and Media

​​Full-time​, ​Fixed Term position until​ December 2026 

Professional Level / HEW 4 + 17% Superannuation  

Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University​ 

About You 

Are you a recent graduate or looking to kick-start your career in social media and digital content? We're looking for a junior content creator to join RMIT's social media team and support the delivery of the University’s strategy with high-quality, social-first storytelling. 

The Social Media Content Creator role is a junior role within RMIT’s dynamic and creative social media team. This team supports the strategic objectives of the University by managing RMIT’s public presence across all major social media platforms. 

Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager – Social Media, the role is responsible for responding to stakeholder briefs to ideate and create social-first content for RMIT’s official social media accounts.  

To be successful in this position, you will have as a minimum:  

Demonstrated experience creating social-media content, specifically in filming and editing full-screen vertical video  

Proficient editing in Adobe Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop) and Canva

Demonstrated understanding of social media analytics and reporting 

A working understanding of how to use data to identify opportunities 

High-level communications skills and proficiency in written English 

Experience and/or willingness to be on camera viewed favourably but not a requirement 

Ability to participate in a workplace culture of high performance and accountability for outcomes. 

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in social media content creation, specifically design and video production, a thorough understanding of current social media platforms and best-practice, and an interest in online community building and management.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the ​Portfolio​ 

The Engagement portfolio is responsible for the University’s key engagement functions including communications, experience (global marketing, global student recruitment, alumni), and business development and partnerships. 

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing ​your suitability​ for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.  

This is an exciting opportunity to help showcase RMIT as a leader in research and teaching, celebrate our unique student experience and spotlight the University's contributions to the community.  

Please see the Position Description hyperlinked below. Apply now or contact Mykayla mykayla.mccartin@rmit.edu.au for more information about this role. 

Position Description - Social Media Content Creator

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Applications Close:

18 Feb 2026 11.59 pm