Work in the ABC’s brand new Parramatta newsroom and studios
Drive the agenda for the ABC’s award-winning NSW News team
Base salary $125K - $138K plus all applicable shift penalties and allowances

The Role

The Sydney newsroom is seeking a highly motivated and experienced editorial leader who can lead, organise and inspire reporters to deliver breaking news and original stories, while also attracting new and diverse audiences to ABC News.

This is a full-time, permanent position based at Parramatta.

The Job

Work closely with reporters and other newsroom staff to ensure high-quality storytelling across broadcast and digital platforms.
Monitor, review and provide constructive feedback to the newsroom team on the quality of content produced and audience responses.
Work with the planning and Sydney news leadership team to drive ABC News coverage across Greater Sydney
Work closely with the News Editor NSW to assist in developing and implementing content strategies and initiatives consistent with overall ABC and ABC News direction.

Position Description: 50054173 DEPUTY NEWS EDITOR NSW.pdf

About You

You will have superior knowledge of news production in a multi-platform environment, including producing and commissioning journalism for digital, mobile and broadcast platforms as well as methods of content distribution and engagement.
You'll have proven editorial leadership experience and decision-making skills to ensure effective responses to breaking news and a considered approach to news coverage.
You’ll be a clear communicator with strong leadership skills and the ability to deliver on the strategic priorities of ABC News.

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 LGBTIQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
If you want to know more, please contact Mark Davies, NSW News Editor via
For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers

Applications Close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 13 October 2024

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