We are seeking a skilled and experienced editor to lead our team of multimedia journalists and radio program specialists in the Wide Bay regional bureau. Based in Bundaberg, this role will involve driving news gathering, community engagement, and talent development for the local community and national audience.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in journalism, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, fairness, and innovation. Experience in leading and inspiring a team is essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects, remote offices, and meet tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop compelling content for video, audio, web/app, and social media platforms that engages the defined audience and aligns with our strategy.
* Edit and provide constructive feedback to the local team to ensure content meets our standards, policies, and guidelines.
* Recruit and develop the local team to meet agreed objectives, ensuring appropriate resources are available to deliver reliable and consistent radio programs and news.
* Foster collaboration within the team and across the organization to support content development and share local stories across platforms.
* Manage Local Emergency Coverage and stakeholder communication.
* Collaborate on community activities and national projects to grow audience engagement.
Requirements
* A strong background in journalism with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, fairness, and innovation.
* Experience in leading and inspiring a team, with the ability to manage multiple projects, remote offices, and meet tight deadlines.
* Understanding of audience analytics and the ability to tailor content to meet the needs and interests of diverse audiences across different platforms.
* Deep knowledge of issues impacting regional audiences and skill in building community contacts.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with teams across other disciplines and departments.
* Flexibility to adapt to digital content needs based on audience interaction and the willingness to embrace new challenges.
* Experience with live talk-back radio programs is highly considered.