PR News
<span id="hs_cos_wrapper_name" class="hs_cos_wrapper hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field hs_cos_wrapper_type_text" style="" data-hs-cos-general-type="meta_field" data-hs-cos-type="text" >Seven announces senior content team appointment</span>

Seven announces senior content team appointment

The Seven Network has announced the appointment of Kate Amphlett as Director of Communications and Marketing. In the newly created role, she will be reporting to Seven's Chief Content Officer, Brook Hall.

Having been a part of Seven's content and publicity teams for almost 20 years, Kate was appointed Director of Communications earlier this year, as reported by Telum, and recently streamlined Seven's communications function around the core content pillars of entertainment and 7plus, news and current affairs, and sport.

Working closely with Seven's marketing, creative and social teams, Kate has been behind campaigns for various Australian entertainment, drama, reality and lifestyle shows, as well as for major corporate events and brand initiatives.

Kate said: "Bringing together Communications and Marketing gives us the opportunity to unify our messaging, sharpen our strategy and enhance our experience for Seven�s audiences across multiple platforms. We're fortunate to have some of the most creative minds in the industry at Seven, and I'm excited to continue collaborating with them as we shape the next chapter of our brand."

The announcement rounds out several recent senior appointments in Seven�s content team, which also includes:
  • Blake Barillaro, Director of Audience Measurement and Research
  • Alison Booth, Head of Communications, Entertainment and 7plus
  • Emma Francis, Head of Communications, Sport
  • Brittany Stack, Head of Communications, News and Current Affairs, Partnerships and Community
  • Kerstin Hennessy, Head of Marketing, Entertainment and 7plus
  • Chantelle Hugo, Head of Marketing, News, Current Affairs and Sport
  • Laura Allen-Ducat, Communications and Marketing Manager, Queensland
  • Robyn Smith, Communications and Marketing Manager, Victoria
  • Thomas Fernance, Head of Audience Insights
  • Ashley Spinks, Head of Research and Effectiveness
Previous story

Journalist Elliot Wilson begins new chapter with wealth advisory venture

Next story

Maverick onboards innovation director to bolster AI capabilities

You might also enjoy

Vero
Industry update

Vero partners CJT on pro bono communications support

Vero has entered into a partnership with the Centre for Journalism and Trauma Asia Pacific (CJT), under which the agency will provide pro bono communications and implementation support for CJT’s “Not Alone. Not Silenced” campaign.

The campaign aims to support journalists in managing online hate speech, cyberbullying, and threats through a 10-month fellowship programme, including webinars, in-person workshops, and remote mentorship.

“Journalists today are working under increasing pressure, both professionally and emotionally,” said Nitikarn Ladasathean, Media Relations Director at Vero in Thailand. “Through this collaboration with the Centre for Journalism and Trauma Asia Pacific, Vero aims to contribute to a more sustainable media ecosystem by supporting journalists beyond just the stories they produce.”

Jennifer
Moves

Jennifer Durante to head comms at NFP ogranisation

Jennifer Durante has commenced a new chapter as Head of Communications at SpinalCure Australia. She continues her career in the not-for-profit space after almost a decade at Melanoma Institute Australia, most recently as Director, Community & Engagement.

Backed by over 30 years' experience, Jennifer started her career in journalism before swapping to comms. She's spent two decades operating her own communications consultancy and has served clients across various sectors, including government, health, and construction.

Jennifer said: “I am delighted to join the SpinalCure Australia team at a pivotal time for the groundbreaking Australian-led research into finding a cure for spinal cord injuries.

“Raising community, government and philanthropic awareness about this critical area of medical and scientific research, as well as the extraordinary vision of SpinalCure Australia which is fuelling this research, will help change the future for those with spinal cord injuries.”

Kathleen
Moves

Kathleen Quéré steps up as PR and Community Manager

Kathleen Quéré has taken on a new role as PR and Community Manager at InvestorKit. She has been at the investment firm since September 2025, initially as Content and Community Manager, following a stint at The PR Hub.

Kathleen brings PR experience built up over the years across various agencies, including We Are Different, COMPASS STUDIO, Agent99 Public Relations, and The 6AM Agency.