News Reporter Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate experienced news reporter who thrives on driving their own ideas for engaging digital content and has a genuine interest in advocating for regional Australia and their specific local community.
Job Description
The successful candidate will identify and develop stories across a range of topics that are relevant and engaging for the local community, produce engaging accurate and clean copy drive subscription growth for the digital masthead increase traffic to the website lead and inspire digital content through story development of the highest quality use data analytics to find new trends and track what content is performing online and deliver stories that inspire inform and engage the community build genuine connections across local businesses sports teams political leaders families and citizens harness the many storytelling tools that digital has to offer interactives video graphics.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and pitch compelling story ideas that meet the needs of our audience.
* Conduct interviews research and gather information to create well-rounded and engaging articles.
* Write clear concise and accurate copy that meets the standards of our publication.
* Collaborate with other reporters editors and producers to plan and assign stories.
* Meet deadlines and work under pressure to deliver high-quality content.
* Stay up-to-date with current events and trends in the region.
Requirements
* Previous writing and newsroom experience is necessary.
* Ideal candidates already have a network from the local community and are currently living or prepared to live in a regional centre choose your own adventure.
* Fantastic interviewing skills and a natural curiosity that drives you to discover the stories that will make an impact.
* A stickler for detail and excellent spelling and grammar.
* SEO and social media experience an advantage.
* Passionate about advocating and being the voice of the local community.
Benefits
* 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.
About Us
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 5000 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.
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 For more information regarding Diversity Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit under the DEI section.