Job Description

• Play a key role in shaping the digital voice and visual storytelling of the Perth USAsia Centre, a leading organisation advancing strategic engagement between Australia, the Indo-Pacific and the United States.
• Create impactful multimedia content across video, audio, photography and digital platforms that reaches diverse audiences locally and internationally.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for one year, with the possibility of extension.
• Base salary range: $99,040 – $104,669 p.a. plus 12% superannuation.

About the area

The Perth USAsia Centre (the Centre) is a non-partisan and not-for profit institution. Through research and educational activities, the Centre strengthens strategic thinking between Australia, the Indo-Pacific, and the United States and engages thought leaders to address challenges and opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region.

Based at The University of Western Australia, the Centre is an independent company and shares the values of the University. It has a strong commitment to personal effectiveness, working collaboratively and demonstrating a focus on results. There is an expectation that this role would be based in Perth.

This position sits within the Communications team, which is responsible for the delivery of innovative, professional, and strategic communication, marketing and engagement activities.

About the opportunity

• Coordinate and produce video and audio content for online courses, promotional materials, report launches, the Explainer series, and Centre events.
• Produce and maintain photography to support the Centre’s communications and program priorities.
• Maintain and update the Centre’s website (with WordPress experience) to support strategic communications initiatives and ensure content remains current and accessible.
• Desirable criteria listed in the position description include capabilities transferable across a small team of marketing and communications professionals. These criteria are not essential to apply for the Digital Content Creation Officer role.

About you

• Completion of a degree with subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise in digital content creation; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Substantial relevant experience working with communications teams, with a focus on digital content creation (photography, video production, digital asset creation).
• Proficiency in a range of digital platforms and computing tools, including website editing (WordPress/CMS), event and webinar platforms, ticketing systems, database platforms, and content creation tools (Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva).
• Strong cross-cultural awareness with the ability to engage diverse groups effectively.

Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance Certificate will be required for the successful applicant. Occasional early morning and after-hours work may be required and will be negotiated as part of the role.

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: JOBREF – Position description.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Parisa De Jonge at parisa.dejonge@perthusasia.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Zen Huang at zen.huang@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 25 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.