Hi, I'm Robert Thomas, a Canberra-based communications professional with over twenty years of experience in strategic communications, campaign and events planning, and content development. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging messages that resonate with customers and stakeholders. I thrive on ownership of my work and delivering outcomes that align with organizational objectives. I value autonomy, problem solving, and creativity, and I continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and measure impact. I'm looking for roles that challenge me and let me contribute to meaningful campaigns across government and private sector partners.…

Robert Thomas

Hi, I'm Robert Thomas, a Canberra-based communications professional with over twenty years of experience in strategic communications, campaign and events planning, and content development. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging messages that resonate with customers and stakeholders. I thrive on ownership of my work and delivering outcomes that align with organizational objectives. I value autonomy, problem solving, and creativity, and I continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and measure impact. I'm looking for roles that challenge me and let me contribute to meaningful campaigns across government and private sector partners.…

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Hi, I’m Robert Thomas, a Canberra-based communications professional with over twenty years of experience in strategic communications, campaign and events planning, and content development. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging messages that resonate with customers and stakeholders. I thrive on ownership of my work and delivering outcomes that align with organizational objectives.

I value autonomy, problem solving, and creativity, and I continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and measure impact. I’m looking for roles that challenge me and let me contribute to meaningful campaigns across government and private sector partners.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Communications Manager, Industry Growth Program at AusIndustry (Department of Industry, Science and Resources)
June 3, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Developed 2024-2025 communications campaign; monitored media issues; drafted social media, website content, talking points, and Ministerial/Executive briefs. Achievements: redevelopment of website content; coordinated grant announcements with Ministerial announcement and online support materials; researched and developed the 2025 Sponsorship campaign.
Marketing and Operations Manager at The Creative Element
November 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Built brand awareness; developed 2024 events program and promotional plan; created 2024 marketing strategy and brand guidelines; drafted tender applications.
Strategic Communications Manager, Content Team at Coordinate / Supercurious
May 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Reviewed and revised client content across multiple platforms; developed communication strategies for clients.
Communications Officer, Change Management at Defence Housing Australia
November 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Routine liaison; strategic planning and development of content for the Chief Information Officer; internal communications needs; collaborated with Corporate Communications.
Communications Manager at Strategic Reform, National Freight Data Hub
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Developed and delivered the 2022-2025 Communications Strategy; researched and developed communication plans; redeveloped website; produced promotional videos with external stakeholders; delivered GovHack sponsorship.
Internal Communications Manager at Leidos
July 5, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Developed internal campaigns and content for internal channels; produced staff stories for corporate social branding.
Communications Officer, Digital Services Branch at Clean Energy Regulator
December 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Developed and delivered internal communication campaigns; drove innovation culture change and awareness of agile development processes.
Communications Officer, Tax Professionals Communications Team at Australian Taxation Office
August 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020
Reviewed and advised on communications strategies; proofed content for ATO channels; led Tax Intermediaries newsletter redevelopment; produced internal video series.
Communication Manager, Public Sector Innovation Network (PSIN) at Department of Industry and Science
December 1, 2008 - September 1, 2017
Grow the network, share stories of public sector innovation; coordinate program development; promote Innovation Month; maintain PSIN website; create blogs; manage Yammer community; produce video case studies and annual reports.
Project Manager, National Enabling Technologies Strategy – Public Awareness and Community Engagement program (NETS-PACE) at Department of Industry and Science
May 1, 2013 - September 1, 2017
Developed education and awareness content addressing nano and biotechnology risks/benefits; built social media outreach; engaged online audiences; represented the Department at industry conferences and public events.
General Manager at ASF Limited (Australian Science Festival)
April 1, 2005 - December 1, 2008
Led the team to develop festival programs; managed promotional campaigns; built and maintained relationships with festival sponsors; delivered three festivals (2006-2008).
Passport Production Officer at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
October 1, 2003 - April 1, 2005
Operated within Passport Security Guidelines and Privacy Act to manage passport production processes.
Communications Co-ordinator at Ikon Communications
June 1, 2002 - May 1, 2003
Researching, planning and booking Commonwealth Bank campaigns.
Media Buyer at Starcom Worldwide
February 1, 2001 - June 1, 2002
Researching, planning, developing and booking Woolworths Print campaigns.
Communications Coordinator at National Library of Australia
March 3, 2025 - March 14, 2025

Education

Master of International Relations at Macquarie University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2005
Bachelor of Communications (Advertising/Marketing) at University of Canberra
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001

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Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Other, Software & Internet

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