Content Creator Full-time Job

About Athletics New Zealand

Athletics New Zealand has a rich history of delivering exceptional athletics experiences to athletes in New Zealand. The organization is deeply rooted in promoting the sport of athletics, which encompasses running, jumping, and throwing, serving as the foundation for all sports. With a strong high-performance program and a vast network of regional centers, clubs, schools, and associate members, Athletics New Zealand aims to provide positive athletics experiences across Aotearoa. In addition to organizing National Championships for various disciplines, the organization also manages the iconic Rotorua Marathon. Athletics New Zealand is committed to leading significant shifts in the sport, including expanding its reach to a more diverse audience and transitioning to self-generated commercial earnings.

Role Summary

As the Content Creator for Athletics New Zealand, your primary focus will be to develop engaging content that resonates with athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and fans. By creating a comprehensive annual content strategy aligned with the organization's marketing plan, you will produce high-quality video and photography content optimized for distribution across social and digital platforms. In addition to managing social media channels, your role will involve building relationships with media outlets to increase the sport's visibility. Your responsibilities will play a crucial role in driving value for commercial and funding partners of Athletics New Zealand.

About You

The ideal candidate for this role will have a proven track record in producing high-quality video content and managing professional social media accounts within strategic content marketing frameworks. Strong writing skills, website management experience, organizational abilities, and effective communication are essential for this position. You should also demonstrate the capacity to develop and manage programs efficiently, including planning, reporting, and budget administration. Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Children’s Act, and the Privacy Act is advantageous. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and evenings for events, is required for this role.

Application Details

If you are passionate about athletics and possess the skills and experience required for this role, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and promotion of the sport. Applications for the Content Creator position at Athletics New Zealand close at 5pm on Friday, 21 June 2024. To apply, please send your resume along with a cover letter to executive@athletics.org.nz. The position is based in Mairangi Bay, Auckland.