Marketing & Communications Manager
About the role
Job ID: 164665
Department: Communications / Marketing / PR
Venue: Cairns Convention Centre
ABOUT US
Now is the time to take your career to the next step and work at a world-class venue with a passionate group of people.
The Cairns Convention Centre is an award-winning venue located on the shores of the Great Barrier Reef. As the home of major international and national conferences and events in Tropical North Queensland, the Centre plays a vital role in the region's economic growth and global knowledge exchange.
Managed by global venue management company Legends Global, the Centre combines state-of-the-art facilities and sophisticated technology with the natural beauty of one of the world's most desirable destinations.
No two days are the same here. From conferences and concerts to NBL basketball games, banquets, public events, and performances, the Centre hosts a dynamic calendar of experiences. You'll be part of a team of dedicated professionals delivering excellence in events within our world-class venue.
At the Cairns Convention Centre, we strive to create a working environment that rewards excellence and creates opportunities for advancement, while ensuring a balance between work, family, and community.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Full Time
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate marketing and communications professional to join the team at Cairns Convention Centre. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee and direct all aspects of the marketing and communication activities to optimise the Centre's position in the local, national and international markets.
Deliver strategic marketing and communication initiatives that are aligned with Cairns Convention Centre's strategies
Develop relevant content to drive brand awareness through local, national and international market
Manage Cairns Convention Centre's digital platforms and content development including social media, website updates, and corporate communication materials
Build and implement marketing campaigns that will enhance the Centre's brand, drive awareness and support the business development activities of the Centre
Deliver and support Cairns Convention Centre's Corporate Responsibility Initiatives
ABOUT YOU:
Everyday our people are responsible for delivering extraordinary experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.
You will have a shared values and people-centric mind set and genuinely want to make a difference. That's what makes you stand out from the crowd and why we want to meet with you.
You will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role
You will have a bachelor or higher tertiary degree in communication, marketing or similar
You will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, written and verbal
You will have experience in copywriting and editing skills
ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility and consulting, owner's rep, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content and booking. Our white-label approach ensures our partners remain front and centre while we harness the power of our global network - including over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually - to enhance their business and guest experience.
In the Asia Pacific & Middle East region, Legends Global is honoured that the worlds most esteemed brands and venues across the sports, entertainment, attractions, conventions and leisure industries trust us to achieve their vision, maximise their business and enhance the experience of fans and guests. Locally we support venues including Coca Cola Arena (Dubai), Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Qudos Bank Arena (Sydney), ICC Sydney, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre (NZ), RAC Arena Perth and Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong.
If you're passionate about forging win-win partnerships, crafting unforgettable guest experiences, and leading innovative venue and event operations, we'd love to meet you.
Grow an exciting career at Legends Global - backed by a supportive, inclusive culture, an unmatched network of resources and benefits, and inspiring team members united in helping each other succeed every step of the way.
Feel like a place where you'd thrive? Join us in our persistent mission of living up to The Legends Global Way.
To learn more, visit us at www.LegendsGlobal.com and follow us @LegendsGlobal on Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.
At Cairns Convention Centre we are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse abilities, styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with visible and invisible disability, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Working in the venue and event industry means supporting the delivery of events across our event calendar. This means that weekend, evening and public holiday work will be required.
A satisfactory National Police Records Check is required for this role.
To be eligible for employment you must have valid working rights in Australia.
To apply, apply via our online platform. If you need an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, or you would like information about what we can do to help you, please contact our team at hr@cairnsconvention.com.au.
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