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Creative Writer - Sydney


Company : NOVA Entertainment


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-05-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

NOVA Entertainment is Australias fastest growing audio entertainment business, creating experiences loved and shared by audiences. NOVA Entertainment owns and operates the Nova Network, the most listened to metro network in Australia, which includes Nova 96.9 Sydney, Nova 100 Melbourne, Nova 106.9 Brisbane, Nova 91.9 Adelaide, and Nova 93.7 Perth, in addition to Australias premium intimate live music brand, Novas Red Room.NOVA Entertainment also owns and operates Australias feel-good station, Smooth FM in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth; the talk station FIVEAA in Adelaide; Star 104.5 on the NSW Central Coast; and DAB+ stations - Smooth Relax, Smooth 80s, Smooth Vintage, Nova Throwbacks, Nova 90s, Nova Nation, and Coles Radio.Our values are integral to how we are. We believe in creating and working in environments that support Unwavering Unity, Relentless Curiosity, and Radical Empathy.THE ROLE: Audio Creative Writer, Nova Entertainment Sydney*ChatGPT need not apply.At Nova Entertainment, we prefer our Audio Creative Writers to be humancreative, intuitive, and able to understand our audience to their core.But that doesnt mean well settle for anyone with a pulse!Were on the hunt for an original thinker to join our Creative Services team based in Pyrmont studios.Youll need to be a team player, a creative collaborator, and a self-starter who can project manage audio advertising campaigns from initial brief to finished audio, jumping between radio, digital audio, podcasting, and in-store radio at a moments notice.Reporting to the Group Creative Manager, youll work closely with a team of award-winning creatives, account managers, strategists, talent managers, sound designers, on-air talent, and voice actors to create world-class audio for our valued clients.*All jokes aside, some experience harnessing the growing collaborative power of AI would not harm your chances!Chances are, youve worked in audio before or still do (we cant blame you, we love it too!) and youve got some examples of your work worth listening to. A cracking referral wouldnt go astray either!HOT TIP: You will be asked about our audio products and what you love about NOVA, so make sure you log into the Nova Player.To apply, write a script that sells the one thing that sets you apart from other creative types.The best scripts will proceed to the next round, where applicants will respond to a client brief and flex their wordsmith abilities.To support & reward your success in this role, we will offer the successful candidate:A high-performance culture where you will work among a team that prides itself on being engaged, dynamic, and able to leap over any obstacleExclusive early bird access to the biggest events & concerts across AustraliaAccess to health and wellbeing initiatives (Novas Life+ & Employee Assistance Program, mental health training programs)Amazing employee benefits from a huge variety of partners nationallyFrequent staff lunches & survey celebrations (2025 is already shaping up to be a BIG year with some BIG wins)Youll work with a squad of award-winning humanssound designers, strategists, and voice actorsto craft standout audio that actually sells.This is a full-time, on-site position located in our Sydney studios. Our teams are dynamic, engaged, and highly collaborative, and being on-site will ensure your personal and professional career development. Depending on the needs of the business, we welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate.NOVA Entertainment Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:The Aim:Promote a diverse workforce that invites people of all backgrounds to work and grow with us in their own unique way.Providing a work environment that embraces and values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusionsupported by an active and ACRA Award-winning D&I Committee passionate about ensuring Nova Entertainment supports and welcomes people from all abilities and walks of life. This extends to our community work and sustainable charity initiatives.Supporting candidates with diverse needs by providing reasonable adjustments to ensure each candidate can put their best efforts into their application.@welcomehereproject #FollowTheRainbow #ACONWelcomeHereWhats next?To apply, write a script that sells the one thing that sets you apart from other creative types. Attach it to your application.The best scripts will proceed to the next round, where applicants will respond to a client brief and demonstrate their wordsmith abilities.Successful applicants will be contacted within 5-10 working days.Our interview process will involve an initial telephone interview followed by up to two face-to-face interviews, which may include a panel and a prepared presentation.Please reach out during the application process if you think you may require any considerations for the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr