Cricket Australia: Social Media Producer – Big Bash Leagues (Deadline – Aug 16)

Social Media Producer – Big Bash Leagues (Fixed-Term 6 months)

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting time for us, as we enter a busy summer of cricket, we’re on the hunt for a creative Social Media Producer to join the Big Bash content team to power our social media channels through the most exciting period of the year. If you consider yourself an innovative content creator with an obsession for sport, we want to hear from you.

Reporting to the Social Media Lead – Big Bash Leagues, you’ll be responsible for:

• Assisting with daily administration of the WBBL and BBL social media channels and execution of social media campaigns from ideation to publishing.
• Producing innovative and creative content across each of the Big Bash social media channels to engage existing and prospective fans.
• Offering insights and execution in helping the Big Bash sit at the forefront of CA’s Gen Z-focused audience-growth strategy.
• Working collaboratively with other functions of the business, in particular offering support to the broader social media team on other CA-owned channels.
• Collaborating with each of the Big Bash clubs for opportunities of mutual benefit to drive broader engagement with the competitions.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years’ experience working in a digital content and/or communications team and managing social media communities.
• Ability to think quick and interpret key moments as potential content opportunities, capturing high-quality content on the fly.
• Highly proficient using Adobe editing products such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Strong written communication skills, outstanding attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• An excellent knowledge of cricket.
• Willingness to work evenings / weekends / public holidays when necessary.

Providing previous video or design work will be looked upon favourably.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

– Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!

– A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)

– Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options

– A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

OUR CULTURE

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:

– Aspire

– Respect

– Lead together

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact careers@cricket.com.au

Please submit your application via the link by 5pm, 16 August 2024. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/