Marketing Coordinator (parental leave cover)

Do you have strong graphic design skills? 

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your marketing skills while learning about the business events industry and how it intersects with tourism?

An opportunity exists for a Marketing Coordinator to join Canberra Convention Bureau on a temporary basis (minimum 12 months for parental leave cover) and support the Head of Marketing in the production of marketing collateral and coordination of marketing activity. 

In your role as Marketing Coordinator, you will use your creative graphic design skills to develop marketing collateral such as print publications and digital assets, and assist in the delivery of Canberra Convention Bureau’s content strategy and marketing campaigns.

You will be highly attentive to detail, able to manage competing priorities, have strong communications skills, and work well as part of a small and dynamic team responsible for showcasing Canberra as a leading business events destination. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion design and brand consistency across print and digital platforms
• In-house production of Canberra Meeting Planners Guide 2027 under the guidance of the Head of Marketing
• Deliver social media and newsletter activity with creative input and content creation as part of the marketing plan
• Design digital and print resources for the sales and marketing teams
• Update Canberra Convention Bureau website and develop new web content as required
• Update and maintain accurate account information in CRM system (Simpleview)
• Prepare EOI documents and sales presentations as requested
• Prepare monthly reports and other reporting documents as required
• Represent Canberra Convention Bureau in a professional and ethical business manner
• Manage additional projects as assigned by Head of Marketing

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software, including InDesign, Photoshop and/or Illustrator (critical)
• Proficiency with social media planning tools, Mailchimp or other edm platform, Drupal CMS (highly desirable)
• At least 2 years of experience in a marketing and/or graphic design role
• High level verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and co-ordinate multiple projects to deadlines
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Excellent service orientation and a flexible, client-centric approach
• Work well in a small, collaborative team environment
• Qualifications in photography and/or video production will be highly regarded
• An understanding of business events and the role they play in contributing to tourism outcomes for ACT and region will be highly regarded

At Canberra Convention Bureau, we offer: 

• Supportive leadership team
• Deakin-based office with free parking
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work with Canberra tourism industry stakeholders

This is a full-time role, but part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate.

Bureau hours are 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. 

Applications close Friday 30 January 2026.

To discuss requirements or details for the position, contact Michael Matthews at michael.matthews@canberraconvention.com.au