Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Job reference: 844431
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

The Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) was founded in 1881 and its vision is to be the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Its purpose is to serve the community by transforming the lives of artist and audiences, achieving this through its world-renowned art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events, for current and future generations. AGSA presents a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions, pillar exhibitions of international and Australian art and three flagship offerings being the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, and the Ramsay Art Prize. The AGSA collection comprises more than 48,000 works of art spanning two millennia and embracing all art forms. The collection exists for our audiences to comprehend the past, to navigate the present, and as a potent avenue to imagine the future. Placing art, artists and audiences at the very heart of who we are guides AGSAs artistic and public programs. AGSA contributes positively to cultural cohesion, social wellbeing, creativity, engaged citizenship and the economic life in South Australia.

• Develop publicity ideas, coordinating a range of campaign logistical activities
• Liaise with journalists on a daily basis on story angles, ideas & media briefs
• Supporting the development of reactive media statements & strategies

The Publicist will work closely with the Head of Communications to deliver effective media and communications campaigns that promote AGSA's key exhibitions, programs and major announcements. The Publicist will leverage editorial opportunities that communicate AGSA's rich content in creative and impactful ways.

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.
• Please note a cover letter of up to 2 pages is required, along with a CV and 3 current references.

ASO4 - Administrative Services Officer

$79,432 - $83,266 p.a.

Up to 12 months

Elisabeth Alexander - Head of Communications
Phone: 08 7085 1618
Email: alexander.elisabeth@artgallery.sa.gov.au 

Applications close: 16/06/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Publicist - ASO4.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.