Sally Dillon Email & Phone Number

Brisbane City, Qld, Au

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

LSQ is the state's peak body for the sector, connecting industry with research institutions and the government, amplifying the industry impact, and identifying opportunities in Australia and overseas. Operating with a small, dynamic team, the organisation hosts dozens of events a year – including breakfast panel events, sector awards, and trade missions – and represents the sector at industry events and trade shows, meaning all staff have to be hands on, nimble and creative to deliver… Show more LSQ is the state's peak body for the sector, connecting industry with research institutions and the government, amplifying the industry impact, and identifying opportunities in Australia and overseas. Operating with a small, dynamic team, the organisation hosts dozens of events a year – including breakfast panel events, sector awards, and trade missions – and represents the sector at industry events and trade shows, meaning all staff have to be hands on, nimble and creative to deliver quality results. Officially, my job is to:· Develop and execute strategic communications to promote Queensland’s life sciences sector, amplify the messages of members and to position LSQ as a key partner in Queensland’s life sciences ecosystem.* Identify opportunities for impactful storytelling to a diverse audience spanning academics, researchers, MPs, government policy makers, industry representatives, professional service providers and the general public.· Work collaboratively with member organisations, individuals and government representatives to design, manage and deliver communications activities across a range of channels, including professional networks, workshops, events, media, social media, website, reports, briefs, e-newsletters and tailored events.· Apply project and program planning and management skills to deliver in a timely and effective manner.What does that look like? So far I've:· planned and delivered successful strategic communications for 4 major events, including an international breakfast for 170 people for an MOU signing; an industry stand at Australia's largest annual life sciences trade show; Queensland's life sciences awards, the GENE Awards; and preparing an annual report and AGM.· gained unprecedented media coverage for the organisation and sector, including articles in The Australian & The Courier Mail as well as on university and industry news sites.· increased LSQ's LinkedIn engagement by 68% in two months. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Alumni representative. Increase program impact by contributing ideas for content, speakers, promotion, fundraising and networking opportunities.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

I create the content strategy you need to reach your audience. If you want a strategy to communicate complex concepts in plain language that still has the creative flair to engage and retain audiences, then talk to me. I use my journalistic training to ensure your complex, subject-specific ideas are distilled into content that can be understood by the general public, and I use my marketing skills and community outreach experience to ensure your message gets through every time. As an… Show more I create the content strategy you need to reach your audience. If you want a strategy to communicate complex concepts in plain language that still has the creative flair to engage and retain audiences, then talk to me. I use my journalistic training to ensure your complex, subject-specific ideas are distilled into content that can be understood by the general public, and I use my marketing skills and community outreach experience to ensure your message gets through every time. As an experienced journalist I know what makes news. I provide media campaigns that catch a news hound's eye, and my media savvy and my relationships with working journalists achieve consistent results, generating valuable exposure for my clients. On a recent community project six media releases generated 11 major daily newspaper articles (print and online), three community newspaper articles, two capital city radio interviews and two television news spots.I create strategy for web content with strong SEO, shareable social media, and tailored, audience-specific material for brochures, reports and blogs. I will ensure your material aligns with your organisation's vision, mission and style guide. If you're just starting out on this journey I can help you tailor an organisational style guide or we can work to an industry-standard guide such as the Queensland Government Style Guide. Once I've created your content I use my publishing experience to brief designers and proof laid-out copy to help make your outreach goals a reality. I can also provide campaign support, advising on campaign tactics and strategy and providing training as needed. My packages can include creating or fine tuning your marketing and issues-based content, generating impactful media opportunities, managing your social media channels and providing social media and media training. I aim to empower the individuals I work with to run their own campaigns and to make a difference in their own communities. Show less

Australia

I love finding the answers to the questions we're all asking. I look for the stories and fascinating people beyond the headline and love a juicy quote or a memorable anecdote. I write to length, to style and to deadline and produce high-quality, relevant images to accompany my work.As well as working for The Guardian and organisations such as QAAFI (Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation), I do pro bono media for my local community organisations, helping get bums on… Show more I love finding the answers to the questions we're all asking. I look for the stories and fascinating people beyond the headline and love a juicy quote or a memorable anecdote. I write to length, to style and to deadline and produce high-quality, relevant images to accompany my work.As well as working for The Guardian and organisations such as QAAFI (Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation), I do pro bono media for my local community organisations, helping get bums on seats, money in the coffers and signatures on the page for causes I support. Show less

These days everyone can take a photo on their phone. But if you want a strong image that has immediate impact and invites the viewer to read your text, you need to work with a professional. Let me turn my image-maker’s eye for detail and strong composition into a striking photo that complements your text.I take photos to accompany my freelance work: my images have been published around the world through Getty and Lonely Planet Images.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Contributed to the development of strategic communication plans that articulated QUT’s vision, purpose and values as The University for the Real World, committed to reconciliation, equity, diversity and sustainability.I worked in Chancellery with the executive team, combining my strategic marketing skills with my years of journalism, public speaking, publishing and community relations to identify strategic media opportunities, monitor media coverage, write speeches, media releases and… Show more Contributed to the development of strategic communication plans that articulated QUT’s vision, purpose and values as The University for the Real World, committed to reconciliation, equity, diversity and sustainability.I worked in Chancellery with the executive team, combining my strategic marketing skills with my years of journalism, public speaking, publishing and community relations to identify strategic media opportunities, monitor media coverage, write speeches, media releases and social media posts and articles.I worked quickly and efficiently to distill the university's key messages into audience-friendly material, whether that was a welcome address to students, a conference keynote speech, an op ed for the education sector, a LinkedIn article, a media release targeted at the popular press, or a glossy brochure. By considering the impact of every word and image, I created punchy corporate documents that told compelling stories of innovation; success; and quality, inclusive education and research. I was the corporate communications liaison for the university's Reef Restoration and Adaptation (RRAP) team to support them to translate their research projects and communicate them to the public, other researchers and decision makers. Always a team builder, I mentored staff members to develop new skills, and coaching executives on managing media. It was a privilege to be surrounded by interesting people who are doing amazing things and leading by example to make the world a better place. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Contracted to work with the executive leadership team, including senior leadership, QBCC Board and the Commissioner’s Office, to raise the standard of board reporting. Collaborated with Directors Australia to create and present a series of board paper writing workshops for senior leaders, focusing on supporting them to translate complex, highly technical material into plain English documents that clearly communicated risk and aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives… Show more Contracted to work with the executive leadership team, including senior leadership, QBCC Board and the Commissioner’s Office, to raise the standard of board reporting. Collaborated with Directors Australia to create and present a series of board paper writing workshops for senior leaders, focusing on supporting them to translate complex, highly technical material into plain English documents that clearly communicated risk and aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives. Provided one-on-one training for senior executives to increase their written communication knowledge and understanding of board reporting requirements.Created a step-process document and checklist for writing board reports and briefings. Created recommendations for the QBCC style guide to create internal consistency. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

I managed the web content rewrite to convert highly technical, formal and jargon-heavy text into user-centric content in plain English. I developed a content design strategy and led the creation of a subject-matter-expert approvals process to ensure thoughtful feedback and speedy content approvals, and I mentored project officers to develop web writing skills and ensure consistent voice and style across all pages.This challenging project aimed to make it easier for the public and for… Show more I managed the web content rewrite to convert highly technical, formal and jargon-heavy text into user-centric content in plain English. I developed a content design strategy and led the creation of a subject-matter-expert approvals process to ensure thoughtful feedback and speedy content approvals, and I mentored project officers to develop web writing skills and ensure consistent voice and style across all pages.This challenging project aimed to make it easier for the public and for people in the building trades to find the sometimes complex information they need. The project involved: * translating complex technical information and legislation into simple language that a year-9 person could comprehend* following Queensland Government Writing Style Guide* understanding accessibility requirements for government (WCAG 2.0 AA)* implementing SEO principles and writing for web best practice* liaising with subject matter experts to obtain approvals. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

As a first-time candidate in the 2020 Brisbane City Council elections, I achieved a record 9.8% swing in Coorparoo Ward after an innovative campaign focused on extensive, targeted community engagement through face-to-face meetings and excellent media and social media. I managed my own campaign comms and motivated and unified a diverse team of 200-plus volunteers. Working with an inexperienced campaign team, I coordinated an intense program of stakeholder meetings, public events and… Show more As a first-time candidate in the 2020 Brisbane City Council elections, I achieved a record 9.8% swing in Coorparoo Ward after an innovative campaign focused on extensive, targeted community engagement through face-to-face meetings and excellent media and social media. I managed my own campaign comms and motivated and unified a diverse team of 200-plus volunteers. Working with an inexperienced campaign team, I coordinated an intense program of stakeholder meetings, public events and doorknocking. This was underpinned by strategic, empathetic, impactful campaign communications with the public, volunteers and donors. Our meaningful, cohesive campaign achieved excellent results — a 9.8% vote swing, unprecedented media coverage (35 media articles, including 3 radio & 2 TV interviews), and the most successful local social media campaign, with 1400+ followers. See my work at www.facebook.com/SallyDillon.Greens and @sallyforcoorparoo on Instagram. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

I taught post-graduate students in Professional Communication within the Writing, Editing & Publishing (WEP) program, instructing in writing and editing for a wide range of professional applications, from media releases to reports, speeches and web pages. As part of the unit I presented a 'Feature Writing' guest lecture. Known for its academic rigour and high expectations of students, this course set the gold standard in preparing post-graduate students for a professional writing… Show more I taught post-graduate students in Professional Communication within the Writing, Editing & Publishing (WEP) program, instructing in writing and editing for a wide range of professional applications, from media releases to reports, speeches and web pages. As part of the unit I presented a 'Feature Writing' guest lecture. Known for its academic rigour and high expectations of students, this course set the gold standard in preparing post-graduate students for a professional writing career.I also presented an annual 'Travel Writing' guest lecture in the post-graduate subject Writing for the Arts. Show less

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

I researched, wrote and marketed travel features for major Australian and overseas publications, including The Australian, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Dominion Post (NZ). I specialised in providing print-ready copy and images tailored to the target publication.I contributed regularly to Australian Cyclist magazine on a wide range of articles, from bike-builder profiles, to industry news, balance-bike features, ride guides, cycling tips and product reviews. In 2010 I was a finalist… Show more I researched, wrote and marketed travel features for major Australian and overseas publications, including The Australian, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Dominion Post (NZ). I specialised in providing print-ready copy and images tailored to the target publication.I contributed regularly to Australian Cyclist magazine on a wide range of articles, from bike-builder profiles, to industry news, balance-bike features, ride guides, cycling tips and product reviews. In 2010 I was a finalist for the National Media Award in the Australian Bicycling Achievement Awards. I authored a desk update of the Tahiti chapter for the Lonely Planet South Pacific guidebook. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

I worked on a range of projects for the Cycling Promotion Fund, creating materials for the industry, consumers and the media. Projects included writing cycling fact sheets for SBS; writing monthly editorials for Australian Cyclist magazine; creating a media-training kit and running workshops for Bicycle User groups; and preparing media releases, brochures and newsletters.

Melbourne, Australia

Everyone's dream job with the world's biggest travel guide publisher. Managed and trained five staff, coordinated the Cycling Guide series, edited guidebooks, oversaw guidebook redesign, commissioned and briefed authors, liaised with designers and cartographers, marketed cycling guides and co-wrote the guidebook Cycling France. I worked at Lonely Planet at a time of intense growth (20% per year), and was onboard to help launch many new series and play a part in the start of the digital… Show more Everyone's dream job with the world's biggest travel guide publisher. Managed and trained five staff, coordinated the Cycling Guide series, edited guidebooks, oversaw guidebook redesign, commissioned and briefed authors, liaised with designers and cartographers, marketed cycling guides and co-wrote the guidebook Cycling France. I worked at Lonely Planet at a time of intense growth (20% per year), and was onboard to help launch many new series and play a part in the start of the digital guidebook era. I moderated the Cycling branch of the Thorn Tree travel forum and was involved in staff training and support. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Contributed the short story ‘Spoke Nipples’, in the Lonely Planet Unpacked Again anthology (2001).My opening line appeared on all the publicity material for the book: 'It was midnight; I was naked; I was fixing my bike in a hotel room in France.'

France

I researched and wrote four chapters of the first edition of Cycling France.This provided valuable insight into the responsibilities and pressures faced by guidebook authors. The experience informed my relations with authors and led to me making more author-friendly style guides and author briefs.

Brisbane, Australia

Working for the Sheep & Wool Institute, within the Queensland Department of Primary Industries, I wrote media releases and brochures, advised staff on setting up public information displays and edited the staff newsletter The Wool Yarn. Liaised with scientists to produce information tailored to the target audience, be it the general public, primary producers or politicians.

Brisbane, Australia

I worked for the Media and Information Unit, Queensland Department of Environment, editing Park Management Plans and media releases. I also advised staff on creating a brochure and supporting documents for an environmental public information campaign; and wrote material for the department’s new website.

Brisbane, Australia

I was employed in a number of contracts for the School of Communication to write teaching material, create tutor notes and edit the Journalism Student Handbook.

Brisbane, Australia

I worked as a producer with student journalists to broadcast Radio 4EB’s news (1st semester) and current affairs programs (2nd semester). I taught students how to obtain and package text and audio material, and trained them in voice work and panelling skills to allow them to present the bulletins.I also tutored in the subject Journalism Information Systems, teaching students how to use computers to research and produce stories. I taught basic word processing, online search strategies… Show more I worked as a producer with student journalists to broadcast Radio 4EB’s news (1st semester) and current affairs programs (2nd semester). I taught students how to obtain and package text and audio material, and trained them in voice work and panelling skills to allow them to present the bulletins.I also tutored in the subject Journalism Information Systems, teaching students how to use computers to research and produce stories. I taught basic word processing, online search strategies, building and maintaining spreadsheets and databases using Excel and Access, and interpreting data contained in spreadsheets and databases. Show less

Brisbane, Wollongong, Wellington Nz, Maroochydore, Gold Coast

Worked in the newsroom of a slew of public and collegial radio stations, including 4MK, i98FM, 4SS, ABC News Radio, Radio New Zealand, 2WN, 4BH, SeaFM, 91.7 Gold Coast.Journalist, subeditor, production editor, presenter and foreign correspondent, working full time and as a casual in newsrooms in commercial and public radio in Australia and New Zealand. I am experienced in working in solo newsrooms and national bureaus. I have well-regarded skills in all aspects of producing and… Show more Worked in the newsroom of a slew of public and collegial radio stations, including 4MK, i98FM, 4SS, ABC News Radio, Radio New Zealand, 2WN, 4BH, SeaFM, 91.7 Gold Coast.Journalist, subeditor, production editor, presenter and foreign correspondent, working full time and as a casual in newsrooms in commercial and public radio in Australia and New Zealand. I am experienced in working in solo newsrooms and national bureaus. I have well-regarded skills in all aspects of producing and presenting radio news. Show less

Qutex, Design Thinking

Carumba Institute, Indigenous Perspectives In Learning & Teaching

Qutex Professional & Executive Education, Introduction To Project Management

Relaunch Project, National Executive-Level Professional Development And Mentoring Program For Women In Media

Pathways To Politics For Women (Scholarship Program), Political Science And Government

I was a member of the first Queensland cohort of this independent program that aims to redress the lack of representation of women.

Certificate Iv In Breastfeeding Counselling, Counselling

Volunteer traineeship with eight units of coursework

Bachelor Of Fine Arts Honours, Communication And Media Studies, First Class Honours, Gpa 6.5

Nietzschean thesis on Pauline Hanson’s ‘Notion of Nation’

Graduate Diploma In Arts (Media Studies), Gpa 6.875

Bachelor Of Business — Communication, Communication And Media Studies, Gpa 6.286

Journalism major and Public Relations minor Awarded: • Dean’s Award for Excellence, Business Faculty • MIM Holdings Award (School.

Associate Fellow Higher Education Academy (Indigenous)