Narrative Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed eight days ago

Freelance Storyteller

This is a Contract/Temp job

A side hustle with purpose! Can you craft compelling local stories that help connect the community to services. Paid by article!

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

8d ago

Listed four hours ago

Content Writer

at Guide Dogs NSW ACT

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Leonards, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Be part of an organisation that truly makes a difference
Hybrid working and flexible working environment
Generous salary sacrifice options

Be part of an organisation that truly makes a difference
Hybrid working and flexible working environment
Generous salary sacrifice options

Contract role covering a parental leave cover to 30 June 2027

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

4h ago

Listed seven days ago

Journalist

at News Corp Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$80,000 per year

Be at home in a fast-paced, video-led, breaking news environment

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Technical Content Writer (AI-Assisted eLearning)

at Cell-media

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$80,000 – $95,000 per year

Work with AI tools daily — including our in-house technical scripting LLM
Brand-new St Georges Tce office overlooking the city
Shape eLearning for the mining & resources industry

Work with AI tools daily — including our in-house technical scripting LLM
Brand-new St Georges Tce office overlooking the city
Shape eLearning for the mining & resources industry

Mid-level technical writer wanted to craft AI-assisted eLearning scripts for major mining & resources clients. Brand-new St Georges Tce office.

subClassification: Technical WritingTechnical Writing

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Content Creator

at DisruptX

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$35 – $40 per hour

Join Sydney’s fastest growing social media agency. Cool brands, team dinners, great culture & learn from some of Sydney’s best creators & influencers.

subClassification: Digital & Search MarketingDigital & Search Marketing

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

8h ago

Listed two days ago

Seasonal Content Creator / Producer

at Manly Boats Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$50 – $75 per hour

Bondi Rescue meets Deadliest Catch style content role
Spend winter onboard whale watching vessels in Sydney
Flexible seasonal role combining filming, editing and storytelling

Bondi Rescue meets Deadliest Catch style content role
Spend winter onboard whale watching vessels in Sydney
Flexible seasonal role combining filming, editing and storytelling

Seasonal content creator/editor for Sydney whale watching company. Film, edit and create social content onboard offshore vessels.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

APS 6 Content Designer

at Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Labour hire contract to 31 Dec with 18-month extension option
Role can be based in ACT, VIC, QLD, or NSW with hybrid working
Influence high-profile reform delivering transparent, user-focused services

Labour hire contract to 31 Dec with 18-month extension option
Role can be based in ACT, VIC, QLD, or NSW with hybrid working
Influence high-profile reform delivering transparent, user-focused services

Shape clear, engaging content that strengthens public trust in national electoral services.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Digital Content Writer

at Media Merchants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rhodes, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

We are on the hunt for a sharp, creative writer who can turn ideas into punchy, compelling content that truly brings a brand’s voice to life

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

7d ago

Listed one hour ago

Digital Copywriter

at AC3 Pty Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$60-$65 per hour

Initial 6 month contract with possibility to extend
Fun, collaborative and supportive team
Hybrid environment with 2 days working from home

Initial 6 month contract with possibility to extend
Fun, collaborative and supportive team
Hybrid environment with 2 days working from home

Great opportunity for an experienced Digital Copywriter preferably with a retail background on a 6 month contract - Work on upcoming critical projects

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

1h ago

Listed ten hours ago

APS6 - Learning Designer

at Karlka Recruiting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Flexible part-time hours of up to 22.5 hours per week
Work from home arrangements negotiable
12-month contract + possible 12-month extension

Flexible part-time hours of up to 22.5 hours per week
Work from home arrangements negotiable
12-month contract + possible 12-month extension

Part time/casual 12-month contract + extensions | ACT Location | Ability to obtain Baseline Security Clearance | Federal Government Agency

Recruited byHayden Condely

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10h ago

Listed six days ago

Radio Producer, ABC Local Darwin

at ABC

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Contract for approximately 12 months - Darwin location
Base salary $77k - $94k + 15.4% ABC Nominated Super
Working in isolated locations attracts allowances above the base salary rate

Contract for approximately 12 months - Darwin location
Base salary $77k - $94k + 15.4% ABC Nominated Super
Working in isolated locations attracts allowances above the base salary rate

Play a key role in creating distinctive, engaging content that serves audiences across radio, digital, social media and mobile platforms.

subClassification: Programming & ProductionProgramming & Production

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Pilbara Community Engagement Coordinator, First Stories

at Centre for Stories

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$68,728 per year

We are seeking a confident, passionate First Nations storyteller embedded within their community and living in the Pilbara region.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

NITV Cross Platform Journalist/Producer - Indigenous Identified

at NITV

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Work for Australia's only dedicated First Nations channel!
Full-time, 12-month contract opportunity
Available to be based in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Darwin, or Perth

Work for Australia's only dedicated First Nations channel!
Full-time, 12-month contract opportunity
Available to be based in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Darwin, or Perth

Write, edit and produce high quality news, interviews and feature stories across linear and digital platforms for NITV!

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Technical Writer | Content Designer

at Calleo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

AUD 110 - 135 per hour

12-month contract | Potential for 24-month extension
Federal Government Department | Canberra, ACT | Hybrid working
NV1 clearance required | SAFe agile environment | Start October 2026

12-month contract | Potential for 24-month extension
Federal Government Department | Canberra, ACT | Hybrid working
NV1 clearance required | SAFe agile environment | Start October 2026

Technical Writer sought for a Federal Government contract in Canberra. $110-$135/hr | Hybrid | NV1 required.

Recruited byKlarisse Rodriguez

subClassification: Technical WritingTechnical Writing

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Media Officer

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$119,802 - $127,941 p.a.

Temporary full time until October 2026 (possibility of extension)
$119,802 - $127,941 p.a.
Generous superannuation

Temporary full time until October 2026 (possibility of extension)
$119,802 - $127,941 p.a.
Generous superannuation

Join DETSI as a Senior Media Officer to create impactful media strategies, manage issues, and promote QLD's environment, tourism, science & innovation

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Head of Strategic Communications

at Universities Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

This role is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering a high-impact, nationally coordinated communications strategy.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Operational Media Manager, Clerk Grade 9/10

at State Emergency Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW(Hybrid)

Max TRP $161,710

Work in an operational role, supporting volunteers as they serve communities
One-year temporary opportunity (maternity leave cover)
Location: Based in Wollongong

Work in an operational role, supporting volunteers as they serve communities
One-year temporary opportunity (maternity leave cover)
Location: Based in Wollongong

The lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

APS6 Learning Designer

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

Phillip, Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$65 - $73.50 p.h.

- Melb, Syd or CBR - Lead national digital learning - Full hybrid flexibility

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Strategic Communication Officer

at First People Recruitment Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

EL1 hourly rate contract, 12-months + possible extension
Located in Canberra, ACT
Minimum NV1 Required

EL1 hourly rate contract, 12-months + possible extension
Located in Canberra, ACT
Minimum NV1 Required

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subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Editor

at ABC

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$120k - $133k (paid on a pro rata basis) + 15.4%

8-month contract, full-time role
15.4% ABC Nominated Super
Working in isolated locations attracts allowances above the base salary rate

8-month contract, full-time role
15.4% ABC Nominated Super
Working in isolated locations attracts allowances above the base salary rate

Lead ABC Pilbara’s newsroom, setting editorial vision, guiding a high-performing team, and delivering impactful journalism.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

15d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Senior Reporter

at Yahoo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Break agenda-setting stories that drive conversation
Spot sharp angles and move fast on emerging trends
Deliver authoritative reporting that reaches millions

Break agenda-setting stories that drive conversation
Spot sharp angles and move fast on emerging trends
Deliver authoritative reporting that reaches millions

We're seeking a Senior Reporter to shape compelling digital news stories, elevate angles, and deliver reporting that sparks conversation.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed more than thirty days ago

Communications Officer

at Fulbright Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deakin, Canberra ACT

Dynamic role spanning higher education, global affairs & high-impact research
Support a program founded upon an 80-year legacy of international cooperation
Remuneration includes leave, a generous salary sacrifice element + 15.4% Super

Dynamic role spanning higher education, global affairs & high-impact research
Support a program founded upon an 80-year legacy of international cooperation
Remuneration includes leave, a generous salary sacrifice element + 15.4% Super

Since 1949, Fulbright Australia has equipped 6,000+ research ambassadors to embrace global opportunities to further our educational understanding.

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

30d+ ago•Expiring

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