VenuesWest enriches the lives of Western Australians by offering opportunities for those pursuing elite sport, a range of options for individuals or families choosing to live healthy, active lifestyles and a variety of entertainment experiences for everyone. Our vision is to be Australia’s leading provider of sport and entertainment venues and precincts.
About RAC ARENA
RAC Arena is the home of live entertainment in Western Australia. Located in the heart of the Perth CBD, we play host to the world’s best live music, sport, family, and comedy.
Since opening our doors in 2012, the Arena has attracted the world’s greatest entertainers including The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Serena Williams, Oprah, and Jerry Seinfeld. Home of the Perth Wildcats, West Coast Fever and United Cup, we’re never far from the on-court action.
About the Role
The Event Social Media Coordinator is responsible for maintaining RAC Arena’s communication channels, including social media platforms and the website, ensuring content is current, engaging, and aligned with the venue’s brand. It involves identifying and delivering opportunities to promote the venue, its partners, and events through creative content and campaigns, while also supporting the Marketing Manager in the development and implementation of marketing, communications, and advertising plans and strategies.
We have currently one fixed-term (12 months) full-time position available,with the possibility of extension/permanency.
While the position will be based at RAC Arena in Perth's CBD, mobility may be required between the portfolio of facilities.
What We Offer
Working with VenuesWest comes with a number of benefits, please refer to the attached Employee Value Proposition for more details.
About the Person
You are a proactive and creative marketing professional with a passion for social media and content creation. A natural communicator, you create engaging, on‑brand content and foster positive relationships with online communities to deliver consistent brand experiences. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, have a strong interest in live sport and entertainment, and are flexible to support event evenings.
For any further job-related information please contact RAC Arena Marketing Manager, Marika Bailey on 08 6365 0739.
For information on VenuesWest and its venues please visit our website www.venueswest.wa.gov.au and follow us on LinkedIn.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, you must provide:
- A copy of your current resume and
- A cover letter with detailed examples to demonstrate your experience managing communication channels, including social media and website platforms, with examples demonstrating how you have created current, engaging, and brand‑aligned content and delivered key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Optional: Examples of previous social media content and/or a Reel or TikTok about ‘What’s coming up at RAC Arena in June’
A full copy of the Job Description attached as a PDF, which includes a complete list of the capabilities required to fulfil this role.
Please submit your application by clicking on the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. Please note the closing date and time, as no e-mailed, late or pro-forma applications will be accepted.
For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com
For application assistance please contact People and Culture on (08) 9441 8362.
Employment Screening
To be eligible for employment with VenuesWest you must have the following at the time of commencement:
- Right to Work in Australia for the duration of the employment contract
- National Police Clearance (Note: having a conviction will not necessarily preclude you from employment. For more information on how convictions are considered, please see the attached information sheet)
Please note that the appointee will bear the costs associated with the abovementioned eligibility requirements.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
VenuesWest recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, where all employees feel welcome, accepted and safe to be their true self, and who are celebrated for their contribution and abilities.
We value the unique perspectives and skills that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people of diverse genders and sexualities, and women in management bring to the workplace and community and want to support equality for these groups of peoples. We aim to achieve this through increasing workforce representation. People from these backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply and identify themselves through the application questions. Sections of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) for measures to achieve equality will apply to this process.
If you have any accessibility requirements, including adjustments to the recruitment process, workplace adjustments, or documentation in alternative formats, please contact our People & Culture team on (08) 9441 8362 or email peopleandculture@venueswest.wa.gov.au.
Future Appointments
Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for similar vacancies pursuant to the Commission’s Instructions No’s. 2 and 39.
