The Role
The ABC is looking for a Digital Editor to lead and elevate our digital journalism in the Northern Territory. This role plays a central part in transforming the Darwin newsroom into a digital-first operation, delivering breaking, original and compelling content to audiences across digital platforms.
Based in the Darwin newsroom, you'll work closely with our NT News Editor and an experienced editorial team committed to serving diverse local audiences.
The Job
* Commission and create engaging, mobile-first digital journalism that is timely, accurate and impactful.
* Identify and drive digital coverage opportunities, including breaking news, with a strong NT perspective.
* Lead a team of digital producers, providing mentoring, training, performance guidance and editorial direction.
* Oversee digital analytics to inform coverage decisions and support continuous improvement.
* Implement ABC News' Digital Strategy within the Darwin newsroom.
* Manage digital team rostering, workflows and collaboration across local and network teams.
* Play a key role in digital transformation and change initiatives, including technology adoption.
* Model ABC values and ensure compliance with safety, policy and editorial standards.
Position Description: 30004334 DARWIN DIGITAL EDITOR.pdf
About You
You're a digital news leader with a passion for creating audience-focused journalism and developing high-performing teams.
* Specialist experience in digital news production, including mobile-first storytelling, social video, graphics and visual journalism.
* Proven success managing, guiding and inspiring editorial staff in fast-paced environments.
* Strong knowledge of multiplatform news production and digital content distribution.
What we can offer you
* 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
* Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
* Salary packaging.
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.
To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact*************@abc.net.au
Recruitment Contact: Aidan Cone | LinkedIn
We are unable to accept email applications; please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.
For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers
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