Content Producer – Big Bash Leagues

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future.  Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent.  As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians. 

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future.  Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent.  As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.

Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.

This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're on the hunt for an innovative Content Producer to join the Big Bash content team and help engage fans across the country through our suite of digital products and social media channels.

If you consider yourself a creative with an obsession for sport, digital storytelling and social media, we want to hear from you.

Reporting to the Content & Production Lead - Big Bash Leagues, you'll play a key role in producing, publishing and promoting compelling content across Big Bash digital products and social media platforms. Your work will help drive interest, deepen engagement and strengthen the connection between casual viewers and avid fans of Australian cricket's most exciting entertainment product.

You'll be responsible for:

• Producing innovative and engaging video content, static graphics and written copy across Big Bash-owned channels, social media platforms and digital products to attract, engage and retain fans.

• Supporting the management of Big Bash social media accounts (BBL and WBBL) and digital platforms, helping execute Cricket Australia's digital content strategy from ideation through to publishing.

• Maintaining consistent vertical video output on the Big Bash app using our video management system, including live match coverage, bespoke content and amplification of key moments to drive engagement.

• Creating and publishing digital content across Big Bash social channels, cricket.com.au and the Big Bash app, ensuring timely, accurate and high-quality delivery.

• Working closely with the Content & Production Lead – Big Bash Leagues to align content plans, tone of voice and platform objectives across social and owned channels.

• Executing commercial content in line with brand objectives, sponsor requirements and platform best practice, while collaborating with internal stakeholders and Big Bash clubs to maximise audience engagement.

• Maintaining a detailed knowledge of cricket competitions and upholding high standards of quality, accuracy and editorial integrity across all content.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years' experience working in a digital content, communications and/or social media environment, with experience managing social media accounts and using content management systems.

• Proven ability to identify and react quickly to content opportunities, capturing, creating and publishing high-quality content in a fast-paced environment, ideally within sport.

• Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro, with strong digital content production skills across multiple formats.

• Strong awareness of emerging digital platforms, audience behaviours and evolving social media trends.

• Excellent written communication skills, including outstanding attention to detail, strong spelling and grammar, copy editing experience, and the ability to craft engaging headlines, captions and social copy.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

• Deep understanding of, and genuine passion for cricket.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays, and willingness to travel as required.

Providing previous video, design or social content work will be looked upon favourably.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

• Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!

• A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)

• Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options

• A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

OUR CULTURE

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success.  We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:

• Aspire

• Respect

• Lead together

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]

Please submit your application via the link by 11:59pm Sunday 6 September. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/