We are seeking a skilled journalist to join our reporting team in Sydney for a twelve-month maternity leave contract. As a key member of our editorial staff, you will produce high-quality content, identify news stories that resonate with our vast readership, and work independently to deliver breaking news coverage.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce fast-paced, engaging copy about breaking news events to tight deadlines on a regular basis, adhering to our editorial standards.
* Identify newsworthy stories that interest our readers by working autonomously.
* Pursue leads on breaking news events across Australia and occasionally in the Asia-Pacific region.
Qualifications and Skills
* A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in news reporting.
* Strong writing and editing abilities.
* The capacity to conduct thorough research, gather evidence, and craft well-supported narratives that inform and engage our audience.
* A keen analytical mind combined with an insatiable curiosity.
* A deep understanding of legal issues related to journalism.
* Flexibility regarding shift patterns (including weekends and nights).