Overview
Job no:. Work type: Ongoing Full Time. Location: Melbourne. Categories: Journalism/Content Making.
* Southbank, Melbourne Location
* Iconic and most trusted media organisation in Australia
* Generate news and current affairs stories on a wide range of subjects
* $101K to $110K plus 15.4% ABC nominated super
The Role
Do you aim high? Think differently? Love chasing hard to deliver a great story? We\'re looking for an experienced multi-platform journalist who can break stories for a Melbourne audience, respond to breaking news, and step into key newsroom production roles when required.
The Job
* Deliver exclusive stories and pitch original ideas.
* Research, write and present high-impact stories across platforms.
* Take on production roles when required, including 7PM Supervising Producer, and manage logistics for major stories.
* Respond quickly to breaking news delivering TV live crosses and assisting with rolling coverage as required.
* Source material, conduct interviews and produce compelling content.
* Create stories reflecting Australia's diversity.
* Engage with communities to tell relevant stories.
* Build relationships with under-served audiences in Victoria.
Position Description
Position Description: JOURNALIST.pdf
About You
You're a seasoned reporter with excellent research skills and demonstrated editorial judgement; accomplished in newsgathering and story production. You will also have:
* Experience as a cross-platform reporter, handling breaking news and delivering original stories under deadlines.
* Skilled in producing and outputting live TV bulletins.
* Strong multimedia presentation and live coverage skills.
* Proven track record in breaking stories and exclusives.
* Collaborative team player with leadership skills.
* Advanced use of social media for research and audience engagement.
* Prepared to chase hard for a story, for key talent and for a new angle
What We Can Offer You
* 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
* Paid parental, carer\'s and supporting partner leave.
* Salary packaging.
* 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 LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
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Contacts
If you want to know more, please contact Monique Hore, Deputy Editor ABC News VIC 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.
Application Timeline
Applications Close: 11:55pm, 25th September. Advertised: 12 Sep :00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time. Applications close: 25 Sep :55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time.
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