Full time Fixed Term up to September 2027

Applications Close: 31 August 2026

Be part of history.

The Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 is set to be one of the world's premier sporting events, bringing together the best netball nations and athletes on the global stage.

About The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing & Communications, you will develop and execute the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 social media strategy, creating engaging content across all social platforms and driving audience growth, engagement and ticket sales.

You will lead the creation of engaging video, photography and graphic content across social and digital platforms, capturing the excitement of the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 journey through real-time coverage of events, athlete stories, and key tournament moments. Working across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and emerging channels, you'll develop and execute an innovative social media strategy that drives audience growth, fan engagement, and ticket sales.

Collaborating with influencers, athletes, partners and internal stakeholders, you will identify compelling storytelling opportunities while ensuring all content aligns with the tournament's brand and voice. Using data, insights and emerging trends, you will optimise performance, build thriving online communities and deliver world-class digital experiences in a fast-paced major event environment.

About You

You are a creative storyteller who understands how to connect with audiences through engaging content and emerging digital trends. You have:

- Proven experience in social media management, content production or digital marketing, ideally in sport, entertainment or live events
- Strong video and editing capabilities (Adobe Premiere Pro or similar)
- Experience with photography and creative production tools
- Basic skills in graphic design (Photoshop, Canva or similar)
- Deep knowledge of social media platforms, trends and analytics
- Exceptional storytelling,



communication and stakeholder management skills
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Why Join Us?

- Play a key role in delivering a world-class international sporting event
- Create content seen by audiences across Australia and around the globe
- Access unique behind-the-scenes experiences with elite athletes and teams
- Leave a lasting legacy on one of the biggest events in Australian sport
- Hybrid and flexible ways of working during operational phases, with mandatory onsite presence during readiness and tournament periods.

The NWC2027 LOC is proud to be an inclusive, values‑led culture organisation that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, wellbeing and creating a psychologically safe workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Applications Close - 21 August 2026

- Join us and play a key role in delivering a world-class global sporting event.
- Applicants must have full working rights in Australia to be considered for this role.
- A valid Working with Children Check is required.

Additional Information

This is a full-time role, based at Sydney Olympic Park, on a fixed-term basis through to September 2027. Given the unique nature of the sports industry, and the domestic & global reach of our organisation, travelling and working outside of LOC HQ and traditional office hours may be required from time to time. Our teams work flexibly, and we encourage the successful applicant to discuss flexible working options with their new Manager. We reserve the right to shortlist and interview suitable candidates as they are identified, so if this sounds like you, please don’t delay your application. We do not take for granted the high volume of applications we receive, but please be aware this means we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. Our recruitment process consists of a phone screening, two rounds of interviews, along with professional reference checks, and we'll be here to guide you through the entire process!

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📌 Social Media Manager (City of Parramatta Council)
🏢 Netball World Cup Sydney 2027
📍 City of Parramatta Council