Senior Communications Specialist

Seven West Media merged with Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) in January 2026 to create one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.

Seven West owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow .

You’re a driven Senior Communications Specialist joining our team to help shape the public profile of Australia’s most-watched News and Morning TV brands and their people.

Based in Seven’s fast-paced Sydney newsroom, you’ll work across 7NEWS, 7NEWS Spotlight and Morning TV ( Sunrise, Weekend Sunrise and The Morning Show), partnering closely with presenters and news anchors, reporters, production teams and editorial leaders to identify opportunities, amplify major stories and deliver strategic communications campaigns.

Reporting to the Head of Communications – News & Current Affairs, Partnerships and Community , more specifically you will:

Develop and execute communications strategies and publicity campaigns across News & Public Affairs programs, presenters and reporters.

Identify and drive proactive media opportunities, while responding quickly to the daily news cycle and breaking news events.

Build strong relationships with media, talent, producers and key internal stakeholders.

Create high-quality communications materials, including media releases, briefing notes, pitches and internal communications.

Drive local community partnerships, events, publicity activations and promotional initiatives.

Monitor media coverage, audience trends and campaign effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations.