Contract (6 months)

You see the story before anyone else in the room, and you know exactly who needs to hear it.

About Us

Tasmania JackJumpers are one-of-ten basketball clubs that form the National Basketball League (NBL) competition. Since launching in ****, our strong cultural foundations and passionate fan base have led to unprecedented success on and off the court. In everything the JackJumpers do, we represent the state of Tasmania with pride. On the court, in the stands and in the community. Tasmania Jewels are the newest addition to the WNBL, proudly becoming the league's first expansion licence and ninth team. Built on Tasmania's hallmark qualities of resilience, unity, and heart, the Jewels reflect the spirit of the island both on and off the court. With a deep commitment to our community and a clear vision for excellence, the Jewels are committed to establishing a strong culture that inspires players, fans, and future generations.

The Role

This is yours to own: every interview, every release, every game night.

Run one shared media calendar so neither team's story gets lost

Coordinate media conferences, training visits and post-game media

Prepare players, coaches and staff so they walk in confident

Be the go-to game day contact for broadcast crews and commentators

Write releases and stories with an angle the media want to run

Deliver game night social content that keeps fans close to the action

Find the high-interest stories and pitch them to lift the club and partners

You will be based at our High-Performance Training Centre, with game nights, training and community events part of the rhythm.

Who We're Looking For





You build relationships that last and bring calm to a busy room. You care about getting the story right, not only getting it out.

Clear, accurate writing with sharp editorial judgement

Calm and organised when game night gets busy

Sound news sense and hands-on social media skills

Trusted with sensitive information, and handles it well

A current driver's licence

And the non-negotiables: you are proud of the club you represent, you always look for a better way to bring people into the story, and the people you prepare walk out more confident than they walked in.

Values in Practice

These are not aspirational. They are the minimum we expect from everyone here.

Mindful:
We respect each other, our fans, our stakeholders, our property, our facilities and our competitors.

Authentic:
We represent the Tasmanian community: underestimated, hardworking, gritty.

Relentless:
We embrace challenges, fight through adversity and grit and grind to the final buzzer.

Connected:
We are connected as one club: Front Office, High-Performance Team and players all aligned working together and for each other.

Humble:
We appreciate and understand it is a privilege to do what we do.

What's on Offer

Tell the stories of two professional teams in one role

A front row seat to every home game night

Help shape the first chapter of a new WNBL team

Contract to April ****, with potential to become permanent full time

A club and a state that back their own

If you are already thinking about the first story you would pitch, that's your sign.

Send us your CV and a short note on what draws you to the club.

📌 Media Coordinator (Hobart)
🏢 Jackjumpers
📍 Hobart