Lead Editorial Role in Regional Bureau
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The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is seeking a highly skilled editorial leader to drive news gathering, community engagement and talent development for the Wide Bay regional bureau.
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The Key Responsibilities:
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1. Develop and execute compelling content strategies for video, audio, web/app and social media platforms that meet audience needs and align with ABC goals.
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2. Edit and provide constructive feedback to local team members to ensure high-quality content across all platforms meets ABC standards and policies.
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3. Recruit, develop and manage the local team to achieve agreed objectives, providing appropriate resources to deliver reliable and consistent radio programs and news.
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4. Foster collaboration within the team and more broadly across the ABC to support content development and share local stories across platforms.
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5. Manage emergency coverage and stakeholder communication effectively.
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6. Collaborate on community activities and national projects to grow audience engagement.
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7. Produce engaging stories reflecting Australia's diverse culture and regions.
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Requirements:
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8. Editorial Expertise: A strong background in journalism with a keen eye for detail, commitment to accuracy, fairness and innovation.
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9. Leadership: Experience in leading and inspiring teams, managing multiple projects, remote offices and meeting tight deadlines.
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10. Audience Engagement: Understanding of audience analytics and ability to tailor content to diverse audiences across different platforms.
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11. Community Engagement: Deep knowledge of issues impacting regional audiences and skill in building community contacts.
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12. Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively with teams across disciplines and departments.
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13. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to digital content needs based on audience interaction and willingness to embrace new challenges.
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14. Experience with live talk-back radio programs is highly regarded.
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15. Commitment to authentic content reflecting Australia's diversity.
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About This Opportunity:
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This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in regional news gathering and community engagement.
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We are looking for a talented individual who can lead our team to success and contribute to the growth of our audience.
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Join us in this exciting opportunity to drive change and excellence in regional broadcasting.