Social Specialist

$72,800 PRO RATA | PART-TIME/FULL-TIME FIXED TERM, 20 JANUARY – 31 AUGUST 2025 

About the Role

We’re looking for an arts-loving, ambitious and savvy social content creator, with an eye for detail, to lead the RISING social channels and festival content capture.

When it comes to content marketing, you have lots of ideas. You create content that speaks to audiences and considers brand, message, medium and moment. You understand the marketing mix and how they work together to deliver impact and reach.

You understand what works content-wise in the ever-changing social media landscape. You love being out and about, capturing content and collaborating with artists and your team. You don’t mind getting in front of the camera, or convincing others to do so. You’re fluent in social media platforms and project management tools, always teaching yourself new tricks to get the most out of them. You’re experienced in writing clear, considered creative briefs and know how to manage expectations on delivery and workflow.

You’re collaborative and a good communicator, who follows up loose ends and asks clarifying questions. You’re a stickler for accuracy with high standards and sound judgement, but you also recognise you work with human beings, so you’re flexible, open and upfront—particularly when it comes to competing priorities and tricky conversations. You feel confident proactively providing your insight and advice to your managers to help them make decisions.

About RISING

RISING is a festival new art, music and performance in the heart of Naarm (Melbourne, Australia). A major cultural event for the Asia Pacific Region, the festival is created by a diverse team of local, national and international artists and curators. RISING’s purpose is to reflect Melbourne’s identity and amplify its art and artists.  The festival returns in 2025. View the 2024 RISING program.   

We are nestled right on Lonsdale Street, in the heart of the CBD. Our culture is a key part of what makes working here special. Whether it’s doing a crossword around the lunch table, experiencing Melbourne’s arts and culture from within, or simply the everyday interactions, you’ll feel part of something vibrant. 

Benefits of working at RISING 

• RISING offers flexible working arrangements and hybrid office/work from home 
• Leave policies that support you including five weeks of annual leave, paid parental leave, wellness leave, gender affirmation leave and more 
• The option to choose to transfer Australian public holidays that may not align with your cultural, religious or personal values with another day 
• Bring your pet to work! We are a pet-friendly workspace and run a roster so there’s always a furry friend nearby
• Complimentary tickets to RISING events  
• Opportunities to attend exclusive events and experiences within the arts industry 
• Free access to Uprise, our Employee Assistance Program including coaching and counselling sessions.  
• Learning and Development Opportunities  
• Access to a network of creatives and professionals that will allow you to learn and grow in your career 

How to apply 

• Submit your application and see the full position description at our website: https://rising.melbourne/jobs#social-specialist
• The closing date for applications is 5pm Thursday 5 December 2024. Please note: Close date is subject to change, as RISING is keen to interview early and may fill the position if we find the right candidate. We recommend submitting ASAP
• Please include your resume and 1-page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in your application
• If you have access requirements that will cause difficulty applying online and you need assistance, please call 03 9662 4242, Monday to Friday, between 9AM–5PM. We are only able to respond to accessibility enquiries at this number, for all other queries please email jobs@rising.melbourne

RISING is a festival aspiring to be a cultural leader in inclusion and accessibility. We want our organisation and program to be a true reflection of our city, representing people with a variety of skillsets and life experiences, cultures and backgrounds. We encourage applications from First Nations people, those who are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who are LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent people, people who have a disability and/or who are d/Deaf