What's the role?
The award‐winning Townsville Bulletin is seeking a Community Editor with a strong news sense and the ability to build community connections to help deliver an exciting new project for the masthead. An enthusiastic aspiring newsroom leader who can build rapport with a wide range of people and deliver engaging content that matters to the audience is required.
About The Role
* Oversee the sourcing and creation of compelling content for digital and print
* Drive a content strategy that engages new audiences and connects with existing readers
* Manage news, event and content planning
* Engage with community groups and leaders and develop a reliable network of relevant local contributors
* Represent the brand within the community
* Work under deadline pressure in a fast‐paced newsroom environment
* This is a 12‐month contract with the possibility of becoming permanent
Who are you?
* An aspiring newsroom leader with exceptional news judgment and networking skills
* Extensive reporting, editing and social media experience
* Solid print and digital experience and ability to drive audience growth
* You are a team player with excellent communication skills and knowledge of an extensive range of topics
* Willing to embrace change and demonstrate agility in a fast‐paced sector
* A self‐starter who can maintain high levels of personal organisation and time management and knows how to balance priorities
Benefits
* Exclusively ours – Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
* Perks & discounts – Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
* Health & wellbeing – Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
* Time off – News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
* Financial wellbeing – Support on making the most of your money
* Helping you grow – Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
* Giving back – Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company‐organised charity drives
* Workplace inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee‐resource groups and accessibility to multi‐faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply! We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please let us know.
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