Women in Media National Conference 2023

Sydney has been announced as the host city of the 2023 Women in Media National Conference on September 8-9.

Ita Buttrose AC OBE is confirmed as the keynote speaker and will headline an impressive line-up of new and veteran media professionals to discuss career moves, industry trends and visionary insights.

The Conference is an annual gathering of female media professionals from across the country, a sell-out event known for its high calibre speakers, honest discussion, and break-out ideas. Attendees come together to challenge their thinking, network and tackle the tough career and personal questions we all ask ourselves.

Early bird discounted tickets are available until midnight on 30 June, 2023 (Afterpay payment options available).

See the full program here.

2023 Workshops

We're thrilled to unveil an incredible selection of workshops scheduled for our two-day conference in Sydney. If you’re new to the event, these workshops provide an opportunity to gain new skills and hone your thinking around key topics relevant to the changing media environment.

Please note that each day offers three concurrent sessions, so it is essential to select your preferred workshop promptly, as space is limited. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to enhance your knowledge and professional growth.

- Day One -

Relaunch Your Career
How to reframe, redirect and relaunch your career when you’re feeling stuck, need a change, or are returning from a career break.

Presented by Relaunch Project Leads Michelle Francis and Jacinta Rose.

The Power of Visibility

Discover how to create career-defining opportunities and avoid killer mistakes when promoting your work.

Presented by communications strategist, talent manager and publicist Karen Eck.

Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Storytelling

Explore the current role of AI as a co-creator, of content and its impact.

Presented by Renece Brewster, CEO & Co-Founder of VisualDomain and Co-Managing Director of Girls in Tech Australia.

- Day Two -

Powerful Decision-making

Gain valuable insight to make better decisions and solve tough problems in a rapidly changing media landscape.

Presented by Nudge Coaching and Consultancy, leadership and career coaching for women in media.

Social Media Trends

Unlock valuable techniques for targeting trends and making empowered decisions about your online engagement.

Presented by Suzie Shaw, CEO of We Are Social

Breakthrough Ideas and Targeted Content

Learn from women who are building connections and businesses, from the bush to beauty.

Bobbi Mahlab AM, co-founder of Mentor Walks and chair and founder of Mahlab Media will host this discussion with Georgie Robertson (PR Lead for buyfromthebush and Regional PR) and Sasha Kutabah Sarago (founder of Ascension, Australia's first Indigenous lifestyle magazine).

Order the official conference t-shirt

Elevate your conference experience with our exclusive 2023 Conference t-shirt. Pre-purchase for the special pre-conference rate.