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Job no:
505227
Work type:
Ongoing Full Time
Location:
Rockhampton
Categories:
Presenter/Reporter
* Rockhampton Location
* Create impactful news stories for Australia's most trusted media organisation
* Base salary $72K - $90K 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
The Role
As part of ABC Capricornia, you'll play a key part in delivering fast, accurate and engaging journalism that reflects the people, places and issues of Central Queensland.
You'll work closely with a supportive editorial team to develop original story ideas, respond to breaking news, and create distinctive content for digital, social, radio and television platforms. This role is ideal for a journalist who enjoys being out in the community, building trusted relationships, and uncovering stories that matter both locally and nationally
The Job
* Generate, research and produce compelling news content across multiple platforms including digital, radio and television.
* Present news bulletins, interviews, Q&As and packages, including coverage of breaking news.
* Contribute ideas to planning and commissioning meetings to drive strong audience reach and engagement.
* Identify and develop local stories for sharing across ABC News teams nationally.
* Engage with communities across the region, including outer-suburban and diverse communities to source authentic, relevant stories.
Position Description:
REPORTER NEWS .pdf
About You
You're a motivated, curious and community minded journalist with excellent news judgement and a passion for storytelling.
You'll have:
* Relevant journalism experience.
* Strong ability to source, analyse and verify information.
* A deep understanding of issues that matter to regional audiences.
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.
To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact
Recruitment Contact:
Aidan Cone | LinkedIn
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.
Advertised:
22 Jan 2026 7:00 AM E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:
05 Feb :55 PM E. Australia Standard Time