OverviewJoin to apply for the Reporter Mackay role at News Corp Australia.
The award-winning Daily Mercury is looking for a confident and experienced journalist to join the team who can help readers understand the complex issues that matter.The role requires a writer with demonstrated ability who isn't afraid to ask tough questions and tackle some of the region's most important issues such as mining, industry and politics.
The best candidate will be skilled in news gathering, able to build rapport with key contacts, have a solid grasp of social media and the ability to pitch and deliver engaging, high-quality content.
While the masthead has recently relaunched a successful print product, the focus is on digital-first storytelling and online engagement; the ability to assemble in-depth packages for a print audience is also required.ResponsibilitiesSource and create compelling stories that resonate with an audienceDeliver relevant content that engages current subscribers and attracts new readersWork under deadline pressure in a rapid-paced environment to cover breaking stories without compromising quality or accuracyFocus on online engagement and drive subscription growthDemonstrate initiative to seek out stories that are not already breaking and identify unique angles that drive conversation and move issues forwardDigest digital data and use it in planning contentTurn dry topics into engaging readsWho are you?
(Qualifications)Senior journalist with a minimum 2-3 years of newsroom experienceThrives on meeting business outcomes and reader expectations, and actively seeks to exceed themAbility to cut through political speak and explain complex mining issuesStrong news judgment and interview skillsExperience in digital storytelling as well as printWilling to embrace change and demonstrate agility in a fast-paced sectorSelf-starter with strong organization and time managementUnderstands social media, SEO, and digital dataHardworking, detail-oriented and able to stay calm under pressureAble to build and maintain a solid network of valuable contactsNews BenefitsExclusively ours – Access to publications and products from across the News Corp familyHealth & wellbeing – Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)Time off – Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leaveHelping you grow – Development opportunities and diversity and inclusion-focused education seriesFinancial wellbeing – Support on managing financesPerks & discounts – Exclusive offers across products and servicesGiving back – Make a difference to our communitiesWorkplace inclusion and facilities – Access to employee-resource groups and quiet roomsAbout UsThe Daily Mercury is an agenda-setting newsroom in Queensland and part of News Corp Australia.
More than 17 million Australians consume News Corp's digital and print products each month.What's next?
Apply now or visit for more information on careers at News Corp Australia.Diversity, Equity and InclusionWe know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that reflect the diverse communities of Australia.
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📌 Reporter Mackay
🏢 News Corp Australia
📍 Brisbane