About the role

To be recognised as the leading sports brand in Tasmania, the Media and Public Relations Advisor plays a critical role in achieving that ambition. You'll be responsible for shaping how cricket is seen, heard and experienced across Tasmania and beyond. Through strategic communications, media engagement and compelling storytelling, you'll help build connection with fans, inspire participation in the game, and strengthen the profile of Tasmanian cricket and our brands such as Tasmanian Tigers and Hobart Hurricanes.

Working closely with the General Manager - Marketing & Communications, you'll lead media relations, shape communications strategy, manage reputation and issues, and uncover stories that showcase the people and moments that make cricket special. From community cricket initiatives and major events to elite performance programs and commercial partnerships, you'll play a key role in bringing Cricket Tasmania's story to life.

This is a unique opportunity for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships, and wants to make a meaningful impact through the power of storytelling.

About you

You're a passionate storyteller and experienced communications professional who understands how to turn moments into meaningful stories and build strong connections with audiences. Whether it's managing media enquiries, preparing key stakeholders for interviews, developing strategic communications, or identifying the next great cricket story, you're equally comfortable thinking strategically and rolling up your sleeves to deliver.

You have a strong background in media, journalism, public relations or communications and are known for your exceptional writing skills, sound judgement and ability to build trusted relationships. You thrive under pressure, navigate changing priorities with confidence, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach to your work.

Most importantly, you're passionate about sport, people and community, and excited by the opportunity to help shape the narrative of cricket across Tasmania.

You'll Bring

• A tertiary qualification in Media, Communications, Journalism or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated professional experience in media relations, journalism, public relations or strategic communications.
• Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing and storytelling skills.
• Experience developing and executing communications or media strategies.
• A strong portfolio of media releases, feature articles, digital content or human-interest stories.
• The ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with media, stakeholders and industry partners.
• Strong initiative, adaptability and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Sound judgement and the ability to remain calm and professional when managing deadlines, issues or competing priorities.
• A passion for sport, entertainment and creating meaningful connections through storytelling.
• A commitment to continuous learning, improvement and living organisational values.
• A current Tasmanian Registration for Working with Vulnerable People (Employee/Volunteer), or the ability to obtain one.

What's in it for you?

Be part of a fun, flexible and supportive sporting organisation. Build your skills in a high-performing and professional environment. Work in a dynamic, flexible and progressive workplace that is committed to giving you the opportunities you deserve. Enjoy the fun of professional sport and the rewards of contributing to your community. Plus, employee benefits including a flexible working environment, learning and development opportunities, access to a national network via the Australian Cricket, and the odd ticket to the cricket.

About us

Cricket Tasmania is the governing body for cricket in Tasmania and promotes and develops the game of cricket throughout the State. Our purpose is to inspire, engage and entertain our communities on and beyond the field of play. At Cricket Tasmania we strive to be a leader in sport and entertainment, delivering memorable experiences for all communities, and recognise our people are critical in achieving this vision. You are joining a team that is smart and energetic. We are focused and motivated - we deeply enjoy the work that we do and the impact it has in the community.

At Cricket Tasmania, we embrace diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, disability, religion and sexual orientation and we are committed to providing a safe environment for children across Australian Cricket.