Marketing and Communications in Conversation
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Curious about what it's like to work in comms and marketing? Marketing and Communications in Conversation gives you direct access to connect with industry representatives to learn about their careers, workplaces, and what they look for in candidates.
Who you'll meet
You'll have the opportunity to connect with representatives from the following organisations:
- Southern Cross Austereo
- Newcastle Weekly
- Fisheye Creative
- Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation
- Camplify
- University of Newcastle
What to Expect
The event runs in two parts:
Guided employer roundtable discussions
3:30 – 4:30pm | X320 & X321, NUspace
During this structured, guided session, employer representatives will rotate among student tables. You'll spend time with each organisation before they move on, allowing you to gain different perspectives throughout the hour. Question prompts will be provided to help guide discussion, or you can bring your own questions.
Open Networking
4:30 – 5:00pm | X320 & X321, NUspace
Join representatives from marketing & communications organisations for relaxed, informal conversations. You can drop in to ask questions, gain insights into different roles, and explore how your degree could translate into a marketing & communications career.
Who should attend
This event is open to all students interested in exploring careers in marketing and communications. It may be particularly relevant if you’re studying or interested in:
- Media and communication, public relations, or journalism
- Visual communication design, digital media, or creative industries
- Business, marketing, commerce, or management
Event Information
- Date: This in person event will be held on Thursday 10 September 2026 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm
- Location: NUspace Building, Cnr Hunter St & Auckland St, Newcastle NSW 2300
- Room: X320 & X321
- Campus: Newcastle (City)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.