Role Overview
Medium Rare Content Agency is looking for a Content Director to lead and elevate the Officeworks content ecosystem across print, digital and video. This is a 12‑month contract starting May 2026.
This is a senior leadership role that blends editorial vision with operational excellence. You will set the content direction, ensure best‑in‑class creative output and drive a program that continuously evolves through new ideas, formats and campaigns.
You will also play a key role in building strong client relationships, leading a high‑performing team and delivering work that reflects the quality and ambition of Medium Rare.
Responsibilities
* Lead content strategy and delivery across print, digital, and video
* Oversee planning and production for Officeworks Magazine, Noteworthy, and YouTube
* Ensure all content meets high editorial standards and aligns with brand and audience needs
* Drive content innovation and new formats to grow engagement
* Manage workflows, timelines, budgets, and resourcing
* Use performance insights to optimise content and shape future direction
* Partner closely with internal teams and the client to evolve the program
* Act as the key client contact, building strong, trusted relationships
* Lead and develop a high‑performing content team
Who are you?
* An experienced content leader with a strong editorial background
* Proven experience managing teams and delivering multi‑channel content
* Highly skilled in commissioning, writing, and editing
* Strong planning, workflow, and project management capabilities
* Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
* Client‑focused, with a proactive and solutions‑driven approach
* Confident presenting insights, trends, and recommendations
* An excellent communicator with strong problem‑solving skills
Why News Corp Australia
Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values‑driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.
News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.
Benefits
* Exclusively ours – Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
* Perks & discounts – Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
* Health & wellbeing – Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
* Time off – News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
* Financial wellbeing – Support on making the most of your money
Additional support and development
* Helping you grow – Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
* Giving back – Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company‑organised charity drives
* Workplace inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee‑resource groups and accessibility to multi‑faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms
Who are we?
Medium Rare Content Agency is an independent, award‑winning Australian content marketing agency working with some of Australia’s most prestigious brands, including Coles, Bunnings, Qantas and Commonwealth Bank. We develop cross‑channel content strategies focusing on robust, long‑term creative solutions that deliver measurable ROI to our clients.
Our team is dynamic and high‑performing, and we encourage behaviours that strengthen and celebrate our unique culture.
Our purpose as a business is “To make a real difference in people’s lives through quality content that inspires action - for the everyday and lifelong decisions of our clients’ consumers.”
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please let us know.
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