Australian Broadcasting Corporation – Sydney NSW
Location: Sydney
Salary: Base $113k – $138k plus 15.4% ABC Nominated Superannuation
Contract: Fixed‑term 2‑year
Work type: Full‑time, Contract
The Role
We're looking for an energetic journalist to present and produce live rolling news programmes for radio and on‑demand audiences on ABC. This is a 2‑year contract role requiring you to hit the ground running.
The Job
* Present live and continuous news in a dynamic, constantly changing environment
* Produce high‑standard content using ABC software and studios, with strong technical proficiency
* Help drive editorial meetings and decisions about programme rundowns
* Support production of stories/ programmes – making calls, setting up interviews, conducting research, editing material
* Provide guidance and mentoring to colleagues to develop skills and maintain editorial quality
About You
* Outstanding editorial judgement, able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure
* Highly advanced presenting and live interviewing skills, nimble on‑air as news breaks
* Proven ability to create/produce news and current affairs content
* Demonstrated editorial agenda leadership, driving stories forward
* Exceptional understanding of cross‑platform content production and emerging technologies
* Strong technical proficiency in ABC systems and ability to operate a radio studio and live‑to‑air panel
* Superior organisational, planning and communication skills; works collaboratively as part of a team
About ABC News
Quality journalism, powerful investigations and outstanding production define ABC News. Join an engaged, supportive workplace that offers opportunities for career development across regional and metropolitan Australia, and contribute to the national conversation.
EEO Statement
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 LGBTQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender‑balanced workforce.
Contact: David Trundle, Recruitment Lead –
Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 14th December 2025
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
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