Online Radio Rise Reshapes Tasmania Job and Talent Market

Online radio outlets added 142 positions in Tasmania between July 2025 and June 2026, with 67 of those roles based in Hobart.

The shift matters now because national audience data released last month showed online streams overtaking FM listening for the first time in the state, pushing local stations to expand production teams and digital sales departments. Employers report difficulty finding staff who combine audio editing skills with social media advertising experience.

Hiring activity on Macquarie Street and beyond

Along Macquarie Street in central Hobart, the newly launched Southern Streams Radio opened a 12-person studio in March and has since posted openings for podcast producers and live-stream technicians. In Launceston, the Northside Digital Hub, operated by the local council, began a six-week certificate course in June that has already enrolled 48 participants aiming for online radio work. Both sites cite the same driver: listener numbers on their apps rose 41 percent in the twelve months to April.

Industry figures released by the Tasmanian Media Association on 4 July put the median salary for these new digital roles at $81,500, up from $69,200 in 2024. Entry-level positions require demonstrated experience with streaming platforms rather than traditional broadcast licences.

Next steps for workers and employers

Organisations seeking staff should list roles on the University of Tasmania careers portal and attend the monthly meet-ups held at the Salamanca Arts Centre. Individuals already in media can complete the Northside Digital Hub micro-credential online before applying to the 28 openings still advertised in Hobart this week. Stations expect another round of hiring in September once spring advertising budgets are confirmed.