Event Coordinator | South Australian Tourism Commission

I started in the industry by volunteering at Netball SA. I was a volunteer for five years before gaining an internship for 10 weeks and then had the opportunity to work part time for a Thunderbirds season as Event Officer.

I then worked at Gymnastics SA as a Marketing and Event Coordinator and was there for three years. A major project I led while I was there was introducing an all competitive GymSport State Championships in one venue over one weekend, with 450 athletes for five disciplines of gymnastics.

I spent a short time at Basketball SA as the Communications, Event and Program Coordinator, working across all communications, including social media, events and contributed to the launch the Female Participation Strategy 2021-2024.

I currently work at South Australian Tourism Commission in the Events South Australia team as the Event Coordinator. I work on the major events that are managed by Events South Australia which include the Santos Tour Down Under, Tasting Australia presented by RAA and the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant. One of the main areas of focus in this role is coordinating our valued volunteers.

This year I will also be working on the FIFA Women’s World Cup Fan Festival, where I will be responsible for working with an agency to program the festival and activate the space.

I would advise that you start volunteering in the industry. This will not only assist with gaining experience but will garner and strengthen relationships which will in turn assist with finding work and providing good references to progress.