* Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in journalism
Applications Close: 11:55pm, 16th June 2025.
Apply now Job no: 504612
Work type: Ongoing Full Time
Location: Launceston
Categories: Journalism/Content Making, Presenter/Reporter
o Launceston Location
o Break impactful investigative stories for ABC News
o Permanent, full-time position
o Base salary $92K
The Role
ABC News is looking for an accomplished investigative reporter to utilise a range of diverse contacts, sources and techniques to break stories for local and national audiences.Working with the Local Editor Northern Tasmania, TAS Deputy Editor and TAS News Editor they will deliver exclusive, engaging content for all platforms as part of the wider Tasmanian News team.
The Job
o Generate exclusive stories for digital and broadcast platforms.
o Write concise and accurate copy using creative storytelling techniques.
o Collaborate with News teams, sharing experience and knowledge.
o Manage editorial risks and adhere to ABC policies.
o Create diverse stories and engage with regional communities.
Position Description: 50033699 INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER.pdf
About You
You are an experienced investigative reporter with ademonstrated ability to break exclusive stories that have statewide and national impact, which hold all levels of government to account.
You'll have:
o Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in journalism
o Proven investigative reporting skills and ability to cover complex issues
o Excellent writing and storytelling abilities across platforms
o Strong communication and teamwork skills with effective stakeholder management
o Ability to source and maintain a broad network of contacts across Australia
What we can offer you:
o 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
o Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
o Salary packaging.
o ABC Mentoring
About ABC News
Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.
More info:
In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
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If you want to know more, please contact Emily Bryan,TAS News Editor via
We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Applications Close: 11:55pm, 16th June 2025.
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Advertised: 02 Jun 2025 9:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Jun 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr