Media & Visual Communications Officer Dick Johnson Racing About Us : The Shell V-Power Racing Team (Dick Johnson Racing) is one of the most successful and longest-standing motorsport teams in Australia. The Shell V-Power Racing Team compete in the Repco Supercars Championship, which is Australia’s premier motorsport series, and one of the largest touring car championships in the world. Our Team is known for our innovation, performance, and commitment to excellence. Our media presence plays a crucial role in shaping our brand image and engaging with our passionate fanbase. We’re looking for a dynamic Communications Officer to drive our Media Strategy, support our Brand and amplify our Voice both on and off the track. Position Overview: As the Media and Visual Communications Officer for the Team, you will be the driving force behind our media reach, creativity, strategic thinking and brand positioning. You’ll craft compelling narratives, manage media relations, creating fantastic visual stories and ensure our Team shines in the spotlight. The perfect candidate is an allrounder that also can specialise in videography, editing, graphic design, content creation and social media coordination. Possibly you are a Media Super person, who has a passion for motorsport! Key Responsibilities: · Coordinate & Implement the Media & Marketing strategy annually. · Create compelling videography stories (write scripts/copy/production timings) of the Race Team and Team Partners supporting the wider commercial Teams’ requirements. · Creation of content ideas and social media strategy (creating unique compelling visual, audio and word content). · Produce video content & deliver on Partner video requirements. · Create and pitch ideas to motorsport and traditional media. · Prepare and issue approved media releases, associated materials & race reports to media. · Managing social media strategies, scheduling, and tracking performance across all channels to provide monthly reports. · Confident in public speaking, presenting and interviewing our Race personnel. · Assist in scheduling Driver interviews for Radio, TV, Press and Supercars Television. · Maintain database of key media contacts and general information for media. · Manage season and event launches, and major announcements. · Liaise with event promoters to plan and implement media activities. · Responsible to create new video content and drive social media traffic. · Supporting the development and maintenance of relevant social media accounts, staying updated with current trends and best practices. · Attend all Supercars rounds & events throughout the season. Our ideal candidate will possess: · Experience: A tertiary qualification in, or substantial professional experience in communications, digital media or similar field with detail of relevant skills and projects; · Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for great visual storytelling. Strong understanding of social media platforms, digital marketing, and media relations. · Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the media landscape an industry best-practice. Understanding of Motorsport is an advantage but not essential. · Creativity: Ability to think creatively and strategically, with a proven track record of developing engaging media campaigns and visual content. · Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. · Team Player: Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams, sponsors, and stakeholders. · Key Relationships: · Team Partners · Staff · Fans · Supercars · Governments, Councils and key partners · Major metro and regional newspapers, TV and radio · Broadcast partners · Online media and partners · PR contractors · Event promoters, Corporate Hospitality Coordinators · Journalists, photographers and media representatives When applying please include a link to your portfolio with your application so we can see your work!
