Job no: 505157
Work type: Ongoing Full Time
Location: Roma
Categories:
* Create compelling news for local and national audiences
* Develop skills in audio, video and digital journalism
* Permanent, full-time position
* Based in Roma QLD - working remotely
* Base salary: $81K - $99K plus 15.4% ABC nominated super
The Role
Do you aspire to be a news correspondent with the skills to work independently in audio, video and digital journalism?
Do you have a spirit of adventure and enjoy travelling to new places and meeting new people?
Would you like to work for Australia's most trusted media organisation, with the opportunity to excel in an environment where public interest journalism, ethics and editorial standards are paramount?
The ABC is looking for a reporter join the team in western Queensland, based in Roma. Journalists in this region deliver news for local and national ABC radio but also have time to develop the skills needed to film and present video stories for ABC 7PM news, News Channel and Landline as well as producing digital stories for Australia's most popular news website.
Many of the ABC's most successful reporters have cut their teeth in this part of the world. You will work under the direction of the Western Queensland Editor and will have access to some of the best editorial training in Australia.
The Job
* Create engaging multi-platform content for local and national audiences.
* Present news, interviews, and breaking stories across all platforms.
* Contribute to planning and commissioning to boost audience reach and engagement.
* Support the Local Emergency Coverage plan and liaise with stakeholders.
* Identify and share local stories for use across ABC platforms.
* Produce stories that reflect Australia's cultural and social diversity.
Position Description:
About You
You have genuine curiosity of regional stories and will have a strong understanding of issues important to local audiences.
You'll have:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
* Strong editorial skills with sound judgement and information analysis.
* Experience in live presentation and broadcasting.
* Understanding of local audience interests and issues.
* Passion for telling stories that reflect Australia's diversity and ability to build and maintain community contacts across Australia.
* Commitment to creating authentic, inclusive content representing diverse and Indigenous communities
* Possession of a current and valid driver's licence
We would love to see your work. Please submit material with your application online (include examples, links to websites or attach audio/video files up to 5MB).
What we can offer you:
* 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
* Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
* Salary packaging.
* ABC Mentoring.
About the ABC
The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With over 4,000 employees from diverse backgrounds across over 50 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates and entertains Australian communities.
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 contact
If you want to know more, please contact Heidi Sheehan, Editor, ABC Western QLD via
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Advertised: 08 Dec 2025 3:00 PM E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 21 Dec :55 PM E. Australia Standard Time