Current opportunities:
Working with Newism
The vibe
At Newism, we're more than just colleagues - we're a tight-knit team of web experts who thrive on solving challenges and pushing the boundaries of web technology. We're a group of passionate problem-solvers, whether the challenge lies in technical details, UX design, process optimization, or creative solutions. Here, we cherish the journey and the results equally, and we genuinely enjoy each other's company.
Our work culture
Our work environment can best be described as relaxed yet dynamic. While we often enjoy a laid-back approach, there are times when the pace picks up, and we need to deliver on tight deadlines or manage multiple priorities simultaneously. This is where our small but mighty team truly shines—each member brings a unique set of skills, allowing for flexibility and versatility in our roles. We often wear multiple hats, stepping in to lend a hand or cover a gap, which makes for an exciting and varied workday.
What we expect
Quality and client value are at the heart of everything we do. We expect every team member to not only follow processes but also to use initiative and apply common sense in every task. Our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients guides every decision we make.
A note on our operations
As a service-based business, keeping accurate records of our work is essential. Currently, this means all team members are required to maintain detailed worklogs. This practice helps us ensure fairness and transparency in how we charge our clients and manage our projects. We’re always open to exploring better ways to operate, and we value input from our team on how we can improve.
Why work with us?
Working at Newism means being part of a team that supports your growth, values your input, and encourages your creativity. You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects with high impacts while enjoying the camaraderie of a supportive and collaborative team. If you’re looking for a place where your work makes a difference and your contributions are valued, you’ll find a home at Newism.
Digital Marketing Coordinator (Permanent Part-Time)
Location:
Newcastle NSW, Hybrid
Employment Type:
Permanent Part-Time ~24 hours per week (flexible with view to increased hours).
We’re seeking a digitally-savvy, strategic thinker to join our team as our first in-house Digital Marketing Coordinator.
For nearly 20 years, Newism has delivered high-quality web solutions and long-term support to clients across government, health, and commercial sectors. We're ready to grow our presence and attract new clients who see us as their web partner of choice.
This new role will initially focus on building Newism’s own brand and marketing strategy. Over time, it will expand to support client-facing digital marketing services – including social media and digital advertising – as we grow this into a new service offering.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a marketing strategy for Newism
- Manage content creation, scheduling and engagement across LinkedIn, social platforms, and relevant industry channels
- Shape and define a client-facing digital marketing offering
- Plan and execute campaigns, with a focus on results and continuous improvement
- Produce performance reports and translate insights into recommendations
- Stay across digital marketing trends, tools and tactics
Ideal candidate:
- 2–3+ years of hands-on digital marketing experience
- A clear, actionable roadmap for growing Newism’s profile – and the drive to implement it
- Solid understanding of content strategy, social media, and paid digital advertising
- Experience developing campaign tracking frameworks and reports
- Confidence in writing and communicating in a professional tone
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently
- An interest in the tech, web, or creative sectors is a bonus
Eligibility:
This position is only open to Australian citizens and permanent residents. We are not seeking engagement with agencies, contractors, or offshore providers.
How to apply:
Email your application to [email protected].
Please include:
- Your CV and a short cover letter or email introduction
- Contact details for 3 professional referees
- A summary of at least 4 marketing campaigns or projects you’ve worked on, outlining your role and contributions to each
Front-End Web Developer (Mid-Level)
Location:
Newcastle NSW (office/on-site only), full time.
Employment Type:
Full time / Permanent
We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Front-End Developer to support our growing project load. You’ll work closely with our development team to build custom websites (primarily in Craft CMS) and support our long-term clients with front-end improvements.
You’ll join a team that values technical quality, good process, and working on projects that matter.
Tech stack and expectations:
- Strong skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and jQuery
- Familiarity with data sharing and management platforms such as GitLab or GitHub for version control
- Comfortable collaborating with UX/designers and back-end developers
- A keen eye for detail and pride in clean, accessible code
- Experience working with Craft CMS or a willingness to learn and experience with similar CMS platform/s
Salary:
Negotiable in the range of $70-110K depending on experience, skills, competencies and autonomy.
This position is only open to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
How to apply:
Email a copy of your resume with cover letter/email to [email protected]. Please include contact details for 3 professional referees, as well as a summaryt of at least 4 projects you've worked on, the URL for each and details about your role/contribution to each project.
Accounts Clerk (Casual / Part-Time)
Location:
Newcastle (some remote possible)
Employment Type:
Casual, approx. 6–10 hours per week (flexible, however preferable to be available Friday mornings to assist with payroll).
We’re seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Clerk to assist with ongoing financial admin. This is a small, flexible role that may suit someone returning to the workforce, semi-retired or seeking some flexible hours around childcare.
Our ideal person will be available for an hour or two several times a week (most weeks) to keep on top of accounts administration. This is more of a digital filing and records management role - it does not require any development skills nor the need to quote on projects. We are however looking for someone who is a wiz at Xero, experience in small payroll and generally an accounts and organisational super star.
Duties include:
- Reconciling Xero accounts
- Reviewing timesheets
- Raising/issuing client invoices in Xero
- Day to day bookkeeping and financial admin tasks
- Assisting with payroll and reporting support
Ideal candidate:
- Experience and proficiency with Xero is essential
- A solid understanding of Google Sheets fundamentals
- Previous bookkeeping and/or finance admin experience
- Reliable, discreet, and able to work independently
- Comfortable working within an established process
- Communicate with clients in regards to account status
How to apply:
Email a copy of your resume with cover letter/email to [email protected]. Please include contact details for 3 professional referees and provide a response to each of the 'ideal candidate' points.