Jack Larkin
Melbourne
Summary
Dynamic communications professional with proven expertise in media relations and social media management, honed during my tenure at Tennis Australia. Skilled in crafting compelling press releases and enhancing brand visibility through strategic campaigns. Recognized for strong collaboration and adaptability, driving engagement and fostering stakeholder relationships effectively.
Energetic and adaptable, with natural talent for communication and relationship-building. Possesses solid understanding of media relations and digital marketing, including social media management and content creation. Capable of driving brand awareness and engagement through strategic outreach and storytelling.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PR Intern
Tennis Australia
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Helped plan and execute private, company, and client events.
- Drafted, edited and distributed press releases, media advisories and other public relations materials.
- Produced monthly reports highlighting PR campaign results, informing client communications and future strategy adjustments.
- Assisted in developing media strategies and campaigns for client needs.
- Researched and wrote articles for company newsletters and magazines.
- Compiled and analyzed feedback from public relations initiatives to guide future efforts.
Walkley Indigenous Scholarship Winner
Walkley Foundation
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Covered high-profile events such as political elections and natural disasters, providing timely updates to readers.
- Conducted thorough fact-checking of all written materials, maintaining the integrity of published content.
- Wrote and published articles for leading newspapers and magazines.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
Communications and Engagement Officer
Australian Indigenous Doctors Association
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Enhanced customer engagement through targeted social media campaigns and content creation.
- Managed social media accounts, increasing brand visibility and audience interaction.
- Streamlined social media management with effective scheduling tools and analytics tracking.
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic social media campaigns.
- Managed social media channels, driving engagement and boosting overall online presence.
- Maintained web pages, intranet, and social media accounts.
- Managed social media accounts, resulting in increased organic reach and followers.
Education
Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) - Journalism
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11-2025
Skills
- Communications strategies
- Crisis management
- Press release writing
- Social media posts
- Press releases
- Online reputation monitoring
- Client engagement
- Media relations
- Administrative support
- Internal communications
- Social media platforms
- Brand awareness
- Document management
- Stakeholder relations
- Copywriting
- Marketing and sales
- Schedule management
- Product promotion
- Communications support
- Editorial calendars
- Media kit preparation
- Proofreading
- Research and due diligence
- Speech writing
- Podcast production
- Multimedia storytelling
- Community engagement
- Ad hoc research
- Media kits
- Writing releases
- Networking strategies
- Social media marketing
- Communication management
- Social media management
- PR strategy development
- Social media monitoring
- Corporate communications
- Report writing
- Decision-making
- Digital communications
- Team development
- Web content creation
- Writing and editing
- Deadline management
- Breaking news coverage
- Content creation
- Public speaking
- Interviewing skill
- Multimedia production
- Fact-checking proficiency
- Story development
- Investigative reporting
- Video editing capabilities
- Editorial judgment
- Storytelling
- Source building
- Interviewing techniques
- Videography and photography
- Interviewing strength
- Interview strategies
- Human interest content
- Report editing
- News reporting
- Written communication
- Online news content
- Story pitching
- Story editing
- Microsoft office
- Fact-checking
- Script writing
- Sports reporting
- Story pitches
- Email and phone etiquette
- Voiceover writing
- Excellent communication
- Video editing
- Improvisation
- Adobe creative suite
- Teamwork
- Daily planning
- Story stacking
Certification
Cert IV Business Administration, Australian Training Company
Timeline
PR Intern
Tennis Australia
06.2025 - 07.2025
Walkley Indigenous Scholarship Winner
Walkley Foundation
09.2024 - 11.2024
Communications and Engagement Officer
Australian Indigenous Doctors Association
11.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) - Journalism
RMIT University
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