Job no: 504554
Work type: Contract Full Time
Location: Newcastle
Categories: Journalism/Content Making, Presenter/Reporter
1. Join Australia's independent broadcaster
2. Maternity leave Contract for approx. 12 months commencing mid-April
3. Location: Newcastle, NSW
The Role
ABC News Regional is looking for a talented and highly motivated reporter to join our dedicated local team based in Newcastle.
Under routine direction of the Editor, you will create high performing stories, and have the opportunity to share the stories of local people and the community nationally
The Job
4. Create engaging content across multiple platforms for local and national audiences
5. Produce rural reports, news bulletins, interviews, and breaking stories
6. Develop content ideas to maximize audience reach and engagement
7. Support Local Emergency Coverage plan implementation
8. Collaborate to share regional content across ABC platforms
9. Generate stories representing Australia's diverse communities
About You
You'll have:
10. Journalism degree or equivalent experience
11. Creative content creation and live broadcasting skills
12. Strong editorial judgment and information analysis
13. Deep understanding of local audience interests
14. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote areas
Position description:
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 LGBTQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or have accessibility requirements please contact
If you want to know more, please contact Lucia Hill, Editor ABC Newcastle on 02 4922 1203.
Applications Close: 11:55pm, 17 March 2025
Advertised: 03 Mar 2025 4:00 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 17 Mar 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time