Commissioning Editor, Scripted and Factual
Apply now Job no: 504931
Work type: Contract Full Time
Location: Sydney
Categories: Leadership, Journalism/Content Making, Production/Content, Commissioning/Content Development
- Fixed term contract for 2 years
- Salary commensurate with experience
The Role
The ABC is looking for a creative and visionary leader to shape the future of our Children's and Family slate. In this role, you'll manage the development and production of scripted drama, comedy and factual programs that are original, diverse and loved by audiences across Australia.
You'll spot and nurture fresh ideas, provide strong editorial guidance and collaborate with producers, funding bodies and creative partners to bring bold stories to life. You'll have the chance to work across a wide range of projects, ensuring they meet ABC's high standards while also capturing the imagination of young audiences.
You'll utilise your exceptional communication skills as you foster and maintain key relationships within the Screen division and across the ABC including Distribution, Marketing, Digital ABC Audiences, and ABC Commercial.
Creative, decisive and versatile, you'll bring proven experience commissioning and producing children's content, strong editorial judgment and a deep understanding of local and international trends in children's and family programming.
With your strong networks and knowledge of the production and funding landscape, you'll be able to maintain and build lasting creative partnerships both in Australia and internationally.
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 contactaccessibility@abc.net.au
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Apply now Job no: 504931
Work type: Contract Full Time
Location: Sydney
Categories: Leadership, Journalism/Content Making, Production/Content, Commissioning/Content Development
- Ultimo location
- Fixed term contract for 2 years
- Salary commensurate with experience
The Role
The ABC is looking for a creative and visionary leader to shape the future of our Children's and Family slate. In this role, you'll manage the development and production of scripted drama, comedy and factual programs that are original, diverse and loved by audiences across Australia.
You'll spot and nurture fresh ideas, provide strong editorial guidance and collaborate with producers, funding bodies and creative partners to bring bold stories to life. You'll have the chance to work across a wide range of projects, ensuring they meet ABC's high standards while also capturing the imagination of young audiences.
You'll utilise your exceptional communication skills as you foster and maintain key relationships within the Screen division and across the ABC including Distribution, Marketing, Digital ABC Audiences, and ABC Commercial.
Position Description: 50061809 COMMISSIONING EDITOR, SCRIPTED & FACTUAL.pdf
About You
Creative, decisive and versatile, you'll bring proven experience commissioning and producing children's content, strong editorial judgment and a deep understanding of local and international trends in children's and family programming.
With your strong networks and knowledge of the production and funding landscape, you'll be able to maintain and build lasting creative partnerships both in Australia and internationally.
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 contactaccessibility@abc.net.au
If you want to know more, please contact Michelle Challans, Recruitment Lead, Audio and Screen, via challans.michelle@abc.net.au
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Advertised: 21 Aug 2025 8:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 04 Sep 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
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