An exceptional opportunity exists for an experienced Editor to lead _WAtoday_ and drive impactful journalism that resonates with both WA and national audiences. This leadership role is responsible for setting and executing the editorial vision, managing staff, and collaborating with editors across _The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald_, and _Brisbane Times_.
**Day to day you will**:
- Implement the editorial vision and strategy for _WAtoday_.
- Lead the news agenda in WA and explain local issues for national readers.
- Drive high standards of journalism.
- Manage and develop a team of journalists, providing feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Understand and meet the needs of our WA and national audiences.
- Manage budgets effectively and work within agreed resource parameters.
**Qualifications**:
**What you'll bring**:
- Outstanding journalistic background with first-rate news judgment.
- Proven ability to identify and develop agenda-setting journalism.
- Commercial awareness and understanding of target markets.
- Strong leadership, budgeting and staff management skills.
- Excellent organisation and time management.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teams across different locations.
**Additional Information**:
Nine is Australia's largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you'll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country's most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.
Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.
Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We're evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.
**How we work**
At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.
**Our employee benefits include**:
- 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
- Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
- Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
- Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.
**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**:
We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.