Apply now Job no: 504954
Work type: Ongoing Full Time
Location: Broome
Categories: Journalism/Content Making, Social Media/ Digital, Production/Content, Presenter/Reporter
Picturesque Broome WA LocationCreate news stories for the ABCBase salary $81K to $99KWorking in isolated locations attracts allowances above the base salary rate
The Role
Keen to work in an office that’s just five minutes from the world-famous Cable Beach? The Kimberley is a unique part of northern WA, multicultural, vibrant and the kind of place that people around the world dream of living.
We are on the hunt for an enthusiastic, experienced reporter to join our local team in Broome. The role involves some shift and weekend work and will see you chasing stories right across the stunning landscapes and unique communities of south west Western Australia.
Working together with one of the most experienced, dedicated teams in Regional WA, you'll create news content for broadcast, social media and online platforms to engage and inform audiences in the region and across the country.
Do you aim high? Think differently?We're looking for an experienced journalist who can deliver distinctive, relevant and impactful stories for a Western Australian audience. Working effectively within the Broome office, co-ordinating output with the state and national news desks, you'll also deliver digital news content, radio news bulletins, Q&As;, interviews, live crosses, and TV news packages.
Position Description: 50050844 REPORTER .pdf
About You
You will be a journalist with solid editorial skills and proven experience with breaking news and generating original stories in a daily news environment.
You Will Also Have
Well-developed cross-platform and video production skills.Confident broadcast presentation skills including live presentation.Demonstrated news writing skills.Excellent time management and communication skills.Demonstrated understanding of content strategy and audience demands.Current valid driver's license.
What We Can Offer You
15.4% ABC Nominated Super. Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave. Salary packaging. ABC Mentoring.
About ABC News
Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.
More Info
In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au
If you want to know more, please contact Meghan Woods, Regional Editor WA at woods.meghan@abc.net.au
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Advertised: 11 Sep 2025 8:00 AM W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 25 Sep 2025 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time
📌 Reporter, News - Broome
🏢 Australian Broadcasting
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