Application Deadline: 4 June 2026
Department: Fox Sports
Location: Australia - Artarmon
Position Overview
Join our dynamic FOX SPORTS Editorial team, where we transform brilliant storytelling into captivating digital experiences, to drive the growth and awareness of sport across Australia and internationally. As our Senior NRL Digital Reporter, you will embody FOX SPORTS' commitment to being Australia's premier sports entertainment leader, bringing fans closer to the game through extraordinary storytelling. You will produce timely, accurate and engaging content that drives audience growth and strengthens Fox Sports' authority in NRL coverage across foxsports.com.au and associated platforms.
Reporting to the NRL Digital Editor, this fast‐paced role gives you the opportunity to make a significant impact on our digital presence and on how fans experience NRL.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce, commission, edit and publish high‐quality, accurate articles and multimedia content across foxsports.com.au and associated platforms, with a strong emphasis on speed, engagement and driving subscriptions to Foxtel and Kayo products.
* Break news and deliver exclusive, authoritative coverage across key sports, particularly NRL, ensuring Fox Sports consistently leads the news cycle on breaking stories, live events and trending topics.
* Identify emerging storylines, trends and talking points to ensure Fox Sports leads the NRL news cycle.
* Cover live events, matches and key moments with real‐time digital content and analysis.
* Collaborate with the NRL Digital Editor and broader editorial team to execute content strategy and daily coverage priorities.
* Optimise content for digital performance, including headlines, SEO, social distribution and audience engagement.
* Promote content across site and social channels using compelling story sells, imagery and video.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with players, clubs, agents and key stakeholders to support news gathering and exclusive content.
* Work closely with Fox League production and on‐air talent to amplify cross‐platform storytelling opportunities.
* Contribute to a positive team culture, sharing knowledge and supporting junior reporters where required.
About Your Experience
* 5+ years' experience in digital sports journalism, with a strong focus on NRL or rugby league.
* Proven ability to break news and develop exclusive stories in a competitive media landscape.
* Deep knowledge and passion for NRL, including players, clubs, and key issues shaping the game.
* Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills tailored for digital audiences.
* Demonstrated experience using social media and digital platforms to drive audience growth and engagement.
* Strong understanding of SEO, analytics and digital content performance metrics.
* Ability to work at pace and deliver under pressure, particularly during live events and peak periods.
* Excellent communication and relationship‐building skills.
* Proactive, reliable and adaptable, with a strong team‐first mindset.
Life at Foxtel Group
* Career opportunities across Foxtel, Hubbl, Kayo Sports, BINGE, Flash, Fox Sports and Foxtel Media.
* Perks at Work: hybrid working model (Fox Flex), free and discounted Foxtel, Hubbl, Foxtel Broadband, Kayo Sports and BINGE products.
* Special days away from work for birthday, cultural and volunteer leave.
* Access to the holistic Fox Fit wellbeing program.
* Company‐wide meeting‐free lunch hours and Friday afternoons.
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