We're seeking a sharp, motivated, and experienced Senior Reporter to drive daily news coverage with creativity, speed, and insight, on a 12 month fixed term contract.
Reporting to the News Editor, you'll play a key role in shaping the day's stories and influencing Yahoo News' editorial agenda. You'll proactively identify opportunities, elevate angles beyond the obvious, and deliver reporting that drives conversation and authority. The ideal candidate is a confident digital journalist who thrives in a fast-paced environment, able to deliver sharp, distinctive reporting under tight deadlines.
What's our purpose?
To be a trusted guide to digital content, empowering users to make informed choices and achieve their goals, big and small.
Who is our target audience?
The entire internet. We want to reach everyone.
Skills and Experience required
For this role, you'll need a sharp editorial instinct, a creative mindset, and a deep understanding of what resonates with everyday Australians.
You should be confident in pitching, reporting, and crafting timely, engaging stories - while maintaining a keen eye for emerging trends and the conversations gaining traction across social media, search, and the broader cultural landscape.
Responsibilities
* Pitch, research, and write original, high-quality stories that strengthen Yahoo's authority in trending topics and position us as a trusted destination for engaging digital content.
* Lead reporting that goes beyond the daily news cycle, identifying original angles, exclusives, and deeper follow-ups.
* Take ownership of complex or sensitive stories, ensuring accuracy, balance, and editorial rigor.
* Identify coverage gaps and propose initiatives that strengthen Yahoo News' authority in key verticals.
* Act as a trusted sounding board for junior reporters, offering guidance on angles, structure, and news judgment.
* Apply strong SEO practices to maximise story visibility and reach, ensuring content performs effectively across search and discovery platforms.
* Pursue distinctive angles and fresh narratives that make Yahoo's journalism stand out in a crowded digital landscape.
* Keep the audience front and centre of every story - identify the 'user need' you're addressing and craft content that delivers clear value.
* Track and interpret performance metrics to understand what resonates, using insights to refine pitches and guide future coverage.
* Contribute to editorial planning, participating in weekly news meetings and helping shape both daily coverage and longer-term projects.
* Partner with audience, SEO, and platform teams to proactively shape distribution strategies and maximise impact across newsletters, social, video, and emerging platforms.
Job Requirements
* 5+ years of experience in digital journalism
* Demonstrated experience breaking stories, landing exclusives, or leading high-performing digital coverage.
* A sharp eye for what's trending - able to identify stories and angles that resonate with online audiences.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tell stories that inform, inspire, and connect.
* Professional, adaptable, and collaborative, thriving in a fast-paced, creative newsroom environment.
* Passion for innovative digital storytelling, from social-first formats to emerging multimedia opportunities.
* Flexibility to work occasional nights or weekends as news and cultural moments demand.
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