Digital Content Coordinator

Digital Content Coordinator

Would you like to join our team?

Are you looking to join a team that is driven by passion, respects each other, and embraces innovation? Do you thrive in a fun and inclusive work environment? Look no further – Scitech is the place for you! At Scitech we deliver informative programs and experiences to engage minds, inspire imaginations and promote STEM learning.

We are currently seeking a highly creative and collaborative Digital Content Coordinator who will be responsible for the planning, coordination and production of relevant and engaging science focussed editorial content that informs, inspires and engages audiences in STEM.

In this role you will:

• Write, coordinate, edit and proof content for digital products and services, including fact checking for Particle and Scitech.
• Manage contractors to ensure relevant digital content is produced for Particle and Scitech in line with overall objectives.
• Coordinate and maintain content across digital platforms using WordPress, MailChimp, Google Analytics and other digital tools for Particle and Scitech.
• Maintain current understanding of and adhere to copyright laws, rules and regulations in relation to digital content creation.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Digital Content Coordinator to oversee the Particle editorial on a maximum-term part-time 0.6 basis, until December 31 2025.

What is Particle?

Particle is Scitech's independent content hub that connects young adults to science stories from Western Australia and beyond. Through articles, podcasts, video and activations, Particle celebrates the science that happens in WA and the research and innovation that affects Western Australia.

About the role:

This is a graduate position, managing the freelance writers and coordinate the editorial workflow for Particle.

Working with the Manager of Digital Content and the Senior Digital Content Producer, the Digital Content Coordinator will also oversee other areas of the Particle content suite including newsletter publication and social media. The Digital Content Coordinator will also be responsible for building strong relationships with our pool of freelance writers, aligned organisations and the broader scientific community.

The right candidate will have strong editorial skills, with experience in crafting stories that engage our target audience while still adhering to journalistic and scientific practices.

Other skills and experience required includes:

• Experience in science communication, digital media communication and/or writing and editing
• Tertiary qualifications in education, science, communication, science communication, digital media, broadcasting, journalism or writing & editing.
• Understanding of copyright laws, rules and regulations in relation to digital content creation.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and editorial skills, including the ability to represent the Scitech and Particle tone of voice across a variety of formats and audiences and adhere to internal style guides across content formats.

Employee Benefits

Some of the perks of working at Scitech include:

• Birthday leave
• Wellness days
• Gifted leave across Christmas and New Year Period;
• Discounts on specified goods, services and activities;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Scitech membership and discovery shop discount; and
• Central location with close proximity to public transport routes.

About Us

There are over 2.5 million minds in Western Australia. Scitech is here to ignite a spark of curiosity in every single one.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, committed and passionate about preparing Western Australians for the future. Scitech delivers exciting science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) experiences to engage minds in our Science Centre and in every corner of the state. This engagement is facilitated by our regional visits, tours and innovative programs.

To Apply

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Please click “Apply” and upload a copy of your current CV and covering letter. Please note covering letters that address the key selection criteria (outlined above) will be looked upon favourably.

Please direct any queries to the Scitech People and Culture team at people@scitech.org.au.

Please note shortlisting for this role will start immediately.