Journalism Entry Level Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jun 2026

Listed three days ago

Communications Writer

This is a Contract/Temp job

$73 - $90 p.h. + plus superannuation

We are seeking a skilled and strategic Communications Writer to play a pivotal role in shaping the public narrative for a major statewide organisation

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed twenty five 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)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Journalist - Warrnambool (12 month contract)

at Australian Community Media

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warrnambool, South West Coast VIC(Hybrid)

Help the community to keep informed and connected with breaking news
Friendly inclusive team environment - great pathways to further your career

Help the community to keep informed and connected with breaking news
Friendly inclusive team environment - great pathways to further your career

(12-Month Contract)

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

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

4d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Communications & Engagement Officer

at TRS - Public Sector

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$85 - $100 per hour + super | 35 hour week

NSW Government organisation - 10 month assignment - hybrid Sydney CBD + WFH (3 days in office) - $85 - $100 per hour + super - 35 hour week

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14h ago

Listed three days ago

Social Media Content Creator

at Teach For Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$85k (pro-rata to 0.8 FTE) + 13% Supannuation

Create compelling social media content that builds brand awareness, strengthens audience engagement & supports recruitment into TFA’s programs.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

3d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Journalist

at Australian Radio Network Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

Write and present local news that keeps Bundaberg informed
Build trusted local contacts and break stories that matter
Grow your on-air and digital storytelling across web and bulletins

Write and present local news that keeps Bundaberg informed
Build trusted local contacts and break stories that matter
Grow your on-air and digital storytelling across web and bulletins

Looking for a career in Entertainment? Want to work at the biggest radio, streaming and podcasting network in Australia?

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

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

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Communications & Marketing Officer

at Hays | Marketing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Hourly rate + superannuation

Local or State Government experience required
Temporary contract with possibility of extension / permanency
Supportive work environment in a friendly, hard-working culture

Local or State Government experience required
Temporary contract with possibility of extension / permanency
Supportive work environment in a friendly, hard-working culture

Local government marketing and communications

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

AO6 Digital Project & Content Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

AO6 Digital Project & Content Officer - meaningful government project supporting youth housing outcomes!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Rural Reporter - Mildura, Swan Hill

at ABC

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

Based in one of Victoria’s most popular river tourism destinations
Fixed term contract for approximately 12 months
Base salary $81K to $99K pro rata

Based in one of Victoria’s most popular river tourism destinations
Fixed term contract for approximately 12 months
Base salary $81K to $99K pro rata

ABC News is looking for a highly motivated, multi-skilled Rural Reporter for one of the most unique rural patches in Victoria.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

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

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Communications and Content Specialist

at City Parklands Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Own and elevate communications for Brisbane’s most loved public spaces
Create impactful campaigns and content seen by diverse, city-wide audiences
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation connecting people with place

Own and elevate communications for Brisbane’s most loved public spaces
Create impactful campaigns and content seen by diverse, city-wide audiences
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation connecting people with place

Drive storytelling, campaigns and media for Brisbane’s most loved parklands in a dynamic, purpose-driven communications team.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

5d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Social Media Assistant

at RNA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bowen Hills, Brisbane QLD

This is a rare opportunity to gain real-world experience
Create, schedule & capture real-time content for the EKKA
Be part of the team behind one of QLD’s most iconic events

This is a rare opportunity to gain real-world experience
Create, schedule & capture real-time content for the EKKA
Be part of the team behind one of QLD’s most iconic events

Passionate about social media and storytelling? This is your opportunity to be part of the team behind Queensland’s most iconic events - The Ekka

subClassification: Marketing Assistants/CoordinatorsMarketing Assistants/Coordinators

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

21d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Communications Officer

at Abacus Human Capital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$48-$52

Flexible location opportunity
Flexible working hours
Strong focus on writing content at a leading education and training organisation

Flexible location opportunity
Flexible working hours
Strong focus on writing content at a leading education and training organisation

Create high-impact content that promotes innovation, partnerships and the future of training across Australia.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed five days ago

Journalist

at Australian Radio Network Pty Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast QLD

We’re looking for a passionate journalist to join our awesome Regional News Team and become part of the Hitz939 and 4BU family, on a 12 month...

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

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

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Coordinator Communications Services

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Merrylands, Sydney NSW

$65.80 - $75.67 p.h.

Competitive hourly rate up to $75.67 + Super
Opportunity to work within Local Government
Supportive and collaborative team environment

Competitive hourly rate up to $75.67 + Super
Opportunity to work within Local Government
Supportive and collaborative team environment

Talent International is currently recruiting for a Coordinator Communications Services to work for the Local Government, based in Merrylands.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

APS5 Intranet Officer

at Randstad - Public Sector

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$55 - $56 p.h. + plus superannuation

As an APS5 Intranet Officer, you will join the internal communications team to support business areas in maintaining, updating, and improving content.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

APS 6 - Communications and Marketing Officer

at Indigeco Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Hourly pay rate of $67 to $75 + Super

Commonwealth Government contract till Feb 2027
Hourly pay rate of $67 to $75 + Super
Support early childhood education and care sector communications

Commonwealth Government contract till Feb 2027
Hourly pay rate of $67 to $75 + Super
Support early childhood education and care sector communications

APS6 Communications and Marketing Officer opportunity supporting sector communications and Tier 2 user enquiries.

Recruited byViv Edwin

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

19d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

APS6 Strategic Communications

at Hays | Marketing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$55.0 - $70.0 p.h. + super

Baseline clearance is preferred
Immediate start, 12-month contract
Please call Michelle Liv on 02 6112 7653

Baseline clearance is preferred
Immediate start, 12-month contract
Please call Michelle Liv on 02 6112 7653

APS6 Communications role in Canberra delivering content and stakeholder engagement.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

18d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Communications Officer

at Robert Half

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$45 - $48 p.h. + Super

Within a team of 2, work in a values-driven community services organisation to deliver internal & external communications. ASAP start for 3 months min

subClassification: Internal CommunicationsInternal Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

A05 Communications Advisor

at HB Group (Qld) Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gympie, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD(Hybrid)

$69.21 per hour, Contract: ASAP - 31.12.26 | Possible Extension.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

A04 Communications officer

at Osborne Richardson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Yes

Work from anywhere in QLD! Join a leading state government training org as a Comms Officer. Digital, social, web & more. 6 months + extension!

subClassification: Internal CommunicationsInternal Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

First Nations Cross Platform Journalist/Producer

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)

21d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Marketing and Communications Assistant

at Proveda Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frenchs Forest, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$78,550 – $84,241 per year

Join our team as a Marketing and Communications Assistant and play a key role in delivering impactful services to the community!

subClassification: Marketing Assistants/CoordinatorsMarketing Assistants/Coordinators

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Expression of Interest - Marketing & Communications Officers

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$60.05-$84.55 per hour + super

EOI: AO4-AO6 Marketing & Comms Officers for temp QLD Gov contracts.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Real Estate Copywriter (Sydney Contract position)

at Content House Technologies Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$150 + GST per appointment

We are looking for a contract Real Estate Copywriter to join our team and help us provide copy services to our clients throughout Sydney.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

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

20d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Communications Officer

at Launch Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Earn $320 - $400 per day + super

3 month contract opportunity
Work form the organisations offices in the CBD
Earn $320 - $400 per day + super

3 month contract opportunity
Work form the organisations offices in the CBD
Earn $320 - $400 per day + super

We are currently recruiting for a Communications Officer to join a Not for Profit organisation!

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

24d ago•Expiring

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