Position status:
Full time, 24-month contract (Renewal Options)
Reports to:
Director and Deputy Director
Direct reports (shared):
Arts Officer
Internal Relationships:
Director, Deputy Director, Arts Program Manager, Business Manager and dedicated PUNQ Festival staff.
External Relationships:
Artists, publicists, agencies, suppliers, media
Salary package:
$72,000 - $82,000 per annum + superannuation guarantee (12%)
Salary awarded commensurate with experience.
Full-time employees are offered one beneficial rest day leave per calendar month.
$2,000 relocation allowance for applicants not from the Guarmbilbarra / Townsville region
As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in realising Umbrella's vision and mission. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive marketing and communication strategies aligned with Umbrella's goals. This includes identifying growth opportunities, diversifying audience engagement, and promoting Umbrella's annual program, exhibitions, residencies, special events and our biennial festival PUNQ.
Collaboration is at the heart of Umbrella's ethos, and you will work closely with the Director, Deputy Director, programming team, and external partners to conceive and execute impactful marketing campaigns. Your role extends to overseeing digital communications, fundraising campaigns, public relations, and elevating the national and international recognition of Umbrella's work.
Additionally, you will lead the evaluation processes, collecting data and analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) to continually refine and enhance Umbrella's communication and marketing strategies, as well as create post-campaign reports for our funders and partners.
Applications close 11:59pm AEST Sunday 14 December 2025
Please include a cover letter, CV (including two referees) and a response to the key selection criteria, each as separate PDF documents. Interviews for shortlisted candidates are likely to be held between 5 to 9 February 2024 – if possible, please include your availability for that week in your cover letter.
Applications should be addressed to
Director Kate O'Hara, and emailed to: Kate O'Hara -
Find out more & apply at Employment | Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts