Senior Media Specialist
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Job Summary
Employment Type
PermanentClosing Date
19 Dec 2025 11:59pmJob Title
Senior Media SpecialistJob Summary
Job Description
Who We Are
Were an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. Were all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.
This includes making Telstra the place you want to work. For you that means a having career that grows with you and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritizes wellbeing and choice.
About the role
- TheSeniorMediaSpecialistwill engage withleading nationaland local media outlets and members of the media and contribute to the Communications teamsobjectivesby developing and executing media plans for campaigns corporate announcementsandresponding to issues.
- Telstras overall success is enabled by having a Media team that contributes to protecting and enhancing Telstras reputation.
- The position reports to the Head of External Channels & Media.
IMPORTANT NOTE: the role is HYBRID and can be based in Melbourne Sydney or Brisbane. Attendance in the office or on-site for specific events will be required from time to time. Interstate travel may be required on occasion.
What We Offer
- Performance-related pay
- Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
- Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
- Purchased annual leave scheme
- Additional Telstra day off
- Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
- Toolkit provided (laptop mobile phone plan paid for)
What Youll Do
- Media liaison for proactive pitchingand reactive media enquiries.
- Develop and deliver on media plans tosupport campaigns projectsand majorannouncements andissues.
- Partner with Campaigns Owned Editorial and Social Media teams within Communications to ensure media activity is fully integrated as needed.
- Contribute to the planning and delivery ofTelstras mediaengagement strategy.
- Develop media content (releases statements messages) for campaigns and issues.
- Manageday-to daymedia enquiries and related issues ina timelyeffectiveand efficient manner.
- Conduct media trainingfor relevant executives.
- Act as Telstra spokesperson asappropriate.
- Develop and strengthen media relationships this can be indigitalbroadcast and print.
- Managemajor and minor issuesarising from media enquiries including developing messages for social and employee channels.
- Provide strategic advice tothe Communications Senior Leadership Teamand Executiveson media plans execution and issues.
- Build andmaintainstakeholder relationships internally and withnationalmedia.
- Conduct research reporting and share insights on media performance for campaigns and issues.
About You
To be successful in the roleyoullbring skills and experience in:
- Media relationsdeep knowledge andunderstanding ofthe Australian medialandscape with proven experience effectively engaging with news and editorial relationships with mainstream media outlets and journalists expected.
- Relationship management forming andmaintainingrelationships with key media stakeholders and managing media and broadcast relationships including TV and radio digitalprintand emergingchannelsand platforms.
- Writing ability to construct concise and compelling messages that connect with the audienceand deliver compelling verbalcommunicationeven when contentiouswith confidence influence and sensitivity.
- Project management overseeing multiple projects and campaigns with competing deadlines while also effectively managing incoming enquires.
- Influencing and stakeholder management with an ability to provide strategic communication counsel toseniorexecutives.
- Deep understanding of media channels including digital and socialwith knowledge and experience ofwhen and how to use eachmedium to reach a target audience and achieve cut through.
- Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
- Tertiary qualified in communicationsjournalismor other relevant discipline.
- Experience in telecommunications and technology related industries or ASX listed business would be an advantage.
If you want to be surrounded by top talent at a company that gives back to the community apply now!
FY26 Part of Business Shutdown
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When you join our team you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds ethnicities genders and abilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive.
As part of the hiring process all identified candidates will undergo a background check and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.
We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Client Relation
- Target Audience
- Media Planning
- Trend Analysis
- Market Research
- Email Campaigns
- Social Channels
- Campaign Management
- Client Service
- Current Events
- News Stories
- Powerpoint
- Data Analysis
- Analytics
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