What's the role?
Are you a dedicated and experienced news reporter with a passion for breaking news and delivering compelling stories that captivate audiences?
The Mercury, based in Hobart, has a proud heritage of covering the news that matters to readers and is looking for an agile reporter to continue that tradition in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, have a sharp news sense, and know how to engage readers, we want to hear from you
This is a prime opportunity for a keen reporter to take their career to the next level in a company that can provide an exciting career path and values people willing to move so they can grow professionally.
About the role:
* Deliver fast, accurate, and insightful reporting on business news.
* Comfortable delivering live and recorded video content to camera.
* Possess a strong knowledge of social media platforms and trends, as well as proficiency in editing and creating engaging reels, posts and stories.
* Identify and pitch compelling story ideas while also executing key assignments.
* Craft high-quality, engaging content that drives audience growth and subscriptions.
* Work across multiple platforms in a dynamic, digital-first newsroom.
* Be available for occasional weekend shifts.
Who are you?
* A seasoned journalist with a strong background in news reporting
* Passionate about storytelling and breaking news that matters
* Highly motivated, ambitious, and ready to contribute to a leading multimedia newsroom
* Able to drive digital subscriptions and expand our audience reach
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
What's in it for you:
* Flexible work arrangements that suit your lifestyle
* An opportunity to pioneer the way forward in storytelling
* Opportunity for ongoing career development through a variety of different pathways
* A creative and collaborative environment and a variety of work where no two days are the same
* The opportunity to work with some of Australia's most recognised and prestigious brands
* The chance to make a tangible difference in the community as part of Australia's most influential media organisation
News Benefits
News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include:
* Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
* Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
* Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
* Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition
* Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money
* Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services
* Giving back - Make a difference to our communities.
* Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms
Who are we?
We are proud to be Australia's most impactful media group, we're even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.
With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms.
Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.
News Corp Australia is evolving in response to the expectations and challenges of the digital world in which we now live. We have an amazing opportunity to reinvent our industry and redefine the future of media in Australia. We are passionate about what we do and are proud of our heritage of world-class journalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our environment is supportive and friendly, we encourage innovation, collaboration and creative thinking. If you thrive on being challenged and enjoy working in a fast-paced stimulating environment, come and join us on this incredible journey
What's next?
Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit under the DEI section.
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