Grow your journalism career while enjoying the adventure of living in WA’s vibrant Pilbara region
We have an exciting chance for a recent journalism graduate ready to make an impact in one of Western Australia’s most vibrant and newsworthy regions. Based in our Karratha office, you’ll be at the heart of local storytelling covering everything from community news and sport to photography and digital content.
You will bring tertiary qualifications in journalism, or a related field, a passion for local news and a solid understanding of digital platforms and social media.
A collaborative mindset and eagerness to grow within a supportive team are essential.
About us
You may have heard of us, but did you know Seven West Media (SWM) is not only the top news, sports and entertainment brand in WA, we are also a group of diverse, creative and inclusive team members that love what we do. We are here to connect with millions of West Australians every day and we aim to give our audience, clients and team the best experience. We comprise brands including Channel Seven, The West Australian, The Sunday Times, The Nightly, thewest.com.au, PerthNow, 7plus, and thegame.com.au, as well as 19 regional publications and 10 suburban titles.
About the Role
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key community members and organisations
- Researching and writing original news stories for both print and digital platforms
- Breaking news and producing engaging, timely content
- Actively contributing to news planning meetings and collaborating with the Northern Papers Editor on story development
- Conducting interviews and capturing high-quality photographs with professionalism and confidence
About you
- The ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong interviewing and communication skills
- A sense of urgency and commitment to delivering timely news
- A valid driver’s licence
- A genuine passion for local news and storytelling
About the benefits
- Company provided housing to help you settle in comfortably
- Inclusive and diverse workplace where care and respect are part of everyday culture
- Collaborative environment that encourages open communication and team work
- Adaptable working arrangement to support work-life balance
- Exclusive employee perks through our Work Perks program
We want to engage like-minded people who embody our values: Make it Happen – Be the Solution, Be Brave – Speak Up and Better Together – Join Forces.
If this is you, please apply by submitting your written application including a covering letter outlining why you are expressing interest in the position and what you can bring to the role and a resume detailing your qualifications and experience.
Seven West Media is an equal-opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Recruitment Agencies: Seven West Media does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Only applicants who have current and valid Australian work rights can apply.
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