Reporter

Australian Broadcasting Corporation – Mackay QLD Use your ruralexpertisetocreate compelling content for video, audio and online. Mackaylocation Base salary $81,000 -$99,000 +15.4% ABC Nominated Super. The Role Do you have a strong interest in rural industries and a desire to tell stories about the unique characters and culture of regional Queensland?Are you an experienced journalist with skills in print,radioand video – or a commitment to learn the skills necessary for the platforms you have not mastered?Would you like to live and work in one of the most diverse and beautiful parts of Australia? Then this might be the perfect role for you. ABC Tropical North is looking for a rural specialist to join our team as a mid-career reporter to create compelling and engaging content for local radio, CountryHourandLandline as well as ourdigitalnewsplatforms and video news and current affair programs (such as 7PM nightly news and 7.30). As a Rural Reporter based in Mackay,you’llbe the voice of rural and regional communitiesfrom the Whitsundays to Moranbah, creating content that informs, engages, and connects audiences across Australia.This role involves presenting programs such as thedailyRural Report and sourcing stories that matter to farmers, producers, and regional communities, and ensuring they reach both local and national audiences. You’llwork closely with ABC teams to share content across multiple platforms and contribute to planning and commissioningnew ideasthat strengthen ABC’s rural coverage. The Job Gather,produceand present rural,miningand primary industry content for radio, digital,videoand socialmediaplatforms. Contribute to planning and commissioning processes to developnew contentideas. Engage with local communities to find and tell stories that resonate with audiences. Collaborate with ABC teams to share content nationally. Position Description: REPORTER RURAL.pdf About You You’repassionate about rural issues and have strong editorial skills. Have provenexperience as a working journalist, preferably with some skills inlive presentation and broadcast. Have a strong understanding of rural and regional issues and a commitment to diversity in storytelling. Be a self-starter and able to work with limited supervision as part of small team based in remote locations. Have excellent communication skills and be confident building new relationships and nurturing a networkofcontacts. Have a valid driver’s licence and a desire to get out of the office to meet people face-to-face. What we can offer you: Be part of a high-performing and passionate team at Australia’s most trusted media organisation. 15.4% ABC Nominated Super. Paid parental,carer'sand 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 accessibilityrequirementsplease contact?*************@abc.net.au If you want to know more, please contactDanielle Jesseron***************@abc.net.auor Kallee Buchanan on***************@abc.net.au We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that yousubmityour application via the online portal. For more information on working at the ABC visitabc.net.au/careers We respectfullyrequestthat Recruitment Agencies do notsubmitapplications for this position. Applications Close: Applications Close: 11:55pm, 3rd December Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr