Full-time, Fixed Term position until 10 May 2027
Salary 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:
Demonstrated experience creating social-media content, specifically in filming and editing
Proficient working 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, Portfolio and covering letter of no more than one page 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 [email protected] for more information about this role.
Please do not submit your application via email.
Position Description - Social Media Content Creator
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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
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