News Reporter Opportunity in Canberra.
A leading news organisation is looking for a motivated journalism graduate to join their team as a News Reporter in Canberra. The successful applicant will be responsible for gathering, editing and presenting compelling local news stories in a composed, accurate and engaging manner.
This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity with excellent training and development prospects. You will be working and living regionally in Canberra, which will equip you with invaluable skills, paving the way for amazing long-term success in the industry.
About this role:
Gathering and preparing news stories for broadcast;
Conducting interviews and researching information;
Editng and presenting news stories on television;
Maintaining positive relationships with key people and organisations;
Representing the company in a professional and courteous manner;
Your qualifications:
degree in journalism or related subject (e.g. media & communications);
Proven journalism/ editorial skills;
A solid understanding of media law and ethics;
Competency in script writing in TV News format;
Meticulous attention to detail;
Benefits:
You'll receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Recognition and Rewards programs;
- Time to manage life events: Community Volunteering, Domestic and Family Violence Leave, Compassionate leave, Personal and Annual leave;
- Fertility leave: Up to 5 days paid per year;
- Parental leave: Up to 14 weeks for the Primary Carer (dependent on service) and up to 3 weeks for the Secondary Carer (dependent on service);
- Total well-being approach: Nutritional, Exercise, Financial, Legal and Emotional wellbeing support via our EAP, Health and Wellbeing programs, and bespoke onsite events;
- Learn your own way: Own your learning by accessing our online learning programs. Decide what and when you learn with a mix of just in time online learning and facilitated programs;
- Be mentored by the best in the business as part of our Mentoring program;
- Better Together: Our Employee Advocacy Groups drive diversity, and inclusion efforts across the company ensuring that everybody belongs;
Our Culture:
We're proud to be Australia's first media company to achieve the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality certification and partners with UN Women. In 2023 we launched our RAP as our commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous and First Nations communities and providing education and meaningful accountability for Seven and our people.;
Join us:
We're an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're passionate about news reporting and want to embark on your career adventure, apply now.