Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW), a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

As Senior Manager, Creative Production, you will lead UOW's in-house creative studio and play a pivotal role in bringing the University's brand, campaigns and student recruitment initiatives to life through compelling, high-quality creative content across multiple channels.

About the Role

Reporting to the Associate Director, Campaigns and Delivery, this leadership role is responsible for overseeing creative, content and multimedia production across the Brand and Marketing Division. You will lead a talented team of designers and content specialists, ensuring creative excellence, brand consistency and efficient delivery in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key responsibilities:

- Lead UOW's in-house creative and production studio, delivering high-quality creative content across digital, social, video, print and experiential channels.

- Drive creative quality, brand integrity and production standards across all marketing and communications outputs.

- Manage studio workflow, production planning and resource allocation to support a squad-based delivery model.

- Develop and lead high-performing content and design teams while managing external suppliers, freelancers and production partners.

About the Team

The Brand & Marketing Division plays a critical role in shaping how UOW is understood, chosen and championed by students, partners and communities around the world.

As part of the Division's evolution, we're recruiting a number of leadership opportunities across brand, marketing, communications and creative production. These roles have been designed to work together, strengthening how we partner with faculties and portfolios, contribute to strategic priorities, and deliver outcomes for the University.





Joining UOW at this time provides a unique opportunity to help shape how the Division works, influence future direction, and contribute to initiatives that strengthen the University's reputation, engagement and impact.

With deep community connections, global reach, and education and research that change lives, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of UOW's story.

What You'll Bring

- Postgraduate qualifications in marketing, communications, business or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

- Significant experience leading a creative studio, content production or design function within a complex organisation.

- Demonstrated expertise in creative production management across design, content, copywriting and multimedia channels.

- Proven leadership capability with experience developing creative teams and managing delivery in cooperative or matrix environments.

- Strong stakeholder engagement, production planning and budget management skills, with the ability to translate strategy into compelling creative execution.

Why Join UOW

- Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation

- 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility

- Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies

- Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas-New Year period

- Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year

- Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details





- Employment type: Permanent/Continuing, Full-time appointment

- Level 8/9: $123,283 - $152,959 plus 17% superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience

- Position Description

- Location: Wollongong Campus

- Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of the advertisement. You'll be requested to submit a resume and a cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Chief Communications & Marketing Officer, Lorna Farrar *******@uow.edu.au

Closing Date: Monday 5 October 2026, 11:55pm

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender-based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender-based Violence during previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be treated with the strictest confidence and in accordance with relevant privacy legislation.

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