he Law Society of New South Wales is looking to employ two Content Specialists
on a full-time basis. If any staff member is interested in applying, or requires further
information, please contact the HR Department by 16 September 2021.
Responsibilities
The Content Specialist is an integral part of the Content and Communications team
producing multi-media content for Law Society members as well as the public. In this
role you will be a critical part of an award-winning team; planning, creating,
producing, sub-editing and proofing multi-media content for the Law Society Journal
(LSJ), e-communications, Law Society websites, ad hoc publications, and other
platforms for the Law Society of NSW. This is an all-rounder role and key to the Law
Society’s membership strategy.
Content accountabilities
- Generate strong editorial ideas for content relevant to our diverse
membership
- Generate high-quality, regular content across all communication channels
- Develop news, features, profiles and other stories that place the Law
Society’s publications at the forefront of legal journalism
- Be an integral part of the content team in the production cycles of the suite of
print and electronic publications
- Write, sub-edit and proofread across all sections of the LSJ, ecommunications and websites
- Assist with commissioning of content from external contributors and the
management of key relationships, including Law Society partners
- Contribute to the production of multi-media content including podcast and
video
- Edit, sub-edit and proof content created within the Content and
Communications team and other departments within the Law Society
- Attend events with a view to reporting on them and developing networks and
story ideas
Production accountabilities
- Ensure accurate, timely and efficient flow of print and digital production work
to meet deadlines as required
- Be an integral part of the LSJ production process team, editing in Word and
InDesign and contributing to the creative design and layout process
- Assist with the management and production of electronic and digital
communications
- Grow the Law Society’s digital, video and podcast content library for diverse
audiences
Requirements
We’re looking for a strong team player: someone who appreciates the importance of
the work they do, who can connect to the purpose of The Law Society, and who
operates with unwavering integrity. You’ll require:
- At least five years’ experience as a journalist or content professional working
in print and/or digital media
- Journalism, Media or Communications degree
- Law degree or interest in the law is highly desirable
- Knowledge of the NSW and Australian political and legal systems
- Experience in writing, editing, sub-editing, production and proofing
- Experience or interest in podcast and video production
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Outstanding digital literacy, including expertise in social media metrics and
search engine optimisation (SEO)
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Initiative and creative flair
- Strong interviewing and communication skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities
- Publication design and layout skills, including Word, InDesign, WordPress
and Pardot
Applications
The Law Society of New South Wales is committed to building and maintaining a
respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role and
supporting diversity. Applications should include a cover letter and brief resume.
Apply online via: https://bit.ly/2XaNENc
