Director, Media
Core
Lead Western Sydney University's media strategy, manage media relations, and amplify stories regarding student success, research, and educational excellence.
Role type
Director, Media (Senior Leadership)
Builds
Media coverage, thought leadership, and expert commentary for a higher education institution.
Domain
Higher Education / Public Relations / Media Strategy
Required skills
Media strategy development, journalist relationship management, crisis communication, news judgement, stakeholder management, team leadership, translating complex issues into newsworthy stories
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Australian media landscape, higher education sector experience, public policy understanding
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead media strategy and maximize impactful coverage; Identify and amplify stories on student success and research; Build trusted relationships with journalists; Lead a high-performing media and social media team; Support organizational responses to sensitive issues and critical incidents.
Seniority
Director, Senior Leadership
