Central Coast

Communications Officer

Communications Officers are part of the marketing and PR department, creating content and assisting with the development of communications strategies. They usually work alongside a team of copywriters, graphic designers, web developers, and video editors, while liaising with the sales and management team.

As a Communications Officer you could be proofreading and editing a press release before submitting to a news media outlet, scheduling a series of social media posts, attending a group sales meeting to discuss strategies for a new campaign, organising a webinar and writing the supporting copy, or encouraging the CEO to participate in some TikTok video.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $83,980
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a communications officer?

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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Chinese Studies)

On Campus
12 months
$16,323 - $30,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Media and Communication

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,579
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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