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About the Role

You are a driven Senior Communications Specialist joining our team to help shape the public profile of Australia’s most-watched News and Morning TV brands and their people. Based in Seven’s fast-paced Sydney newsroom, you’ll work across 7NEWS, 7NEWS Spotlight and Morning TV (Sunrise, Weekend Sunrise and The Morning Show), partnering closely with presenters and news anchors, reporters, production teams and editorial leaders to identify opportunities, amplify major stories and deliver strategic communications campaigns.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute communications strategies and publicity campaigns across News & Public Affairs programs, presenters and reporters.
Identify and drive proactive media opportunities, while responding quickly to the daily news cycle and breaking news events.
Build strong relationships with media, talent, producers and key internal stakeholders.
Create high-quality communications materials, including media releases, briefing notes, pitches and internal communications.
Drive local community partnerships, events, publicity activations and promotional initiatives.
Monitor media coverage, audience trends and campaign effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations.

Requirements

Experience in communications, publicity, media or journalism, ideally within a broadcasting environment.
A genuine passion for news and current affairs, with strong news judgement and a keen eye for a story.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
A proactive, creative and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to think quickly and respond to emerging opportunities.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where no two days are the same.
Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when major news events require.

Skills

Communications
Publicity
Media relations
Journalism
News judgement
Written communication
Verbal communication
Stakeholder management
Organisational skills
Project management
Proactive approach
Creative thinking
Solutions-focused approach
Quick thinking
Adaptability

Location

Sydney

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Benefits

Exclusive discounts
Wellness perks
Recognition programs
Generous leave options
Fertility leave
Parental leave
Volunteering leave

About the Company

Seven West Media merged with Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) in January 2026 to create one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.
Seven West owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow.

Equal Opportunity

From employee advocacy groups to our Reconciliation Action Plan and gender equality certification, we’re proud to lead the way in building an authentic, inclusive workplace.
Seven is proud to be the first media company in Australia to receive the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality certification and is a proud partner of UN Women.