Melanie Wellington

Melanie Wellington is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in managing high-profile projects and media relations. Currently serving as Senior Communications Manager at the Sydney Opera House since September 2017, Melanie oversees communications for the multi-million dollar Renewal upgrades, advising senior executives and collaborating with marketing teams on various media initiatives. Prior to this role, Melanie held positions such as PR Manager at Expedia and PR Specialist for TEDxYouth@Sydney, where the event gained prominence for showcasing Australian innovation and culture. Additionally, Melanie served as Senior Account Manager at N2N Communications, leading integrated campaigns for diverse clients and managing stakeholder engagement. Early career experience includes media monitoring and support roles at communikate et al. Melanie holds a Bachelor of Public Relations, Editing and Publishing from the University of South Australia.