Brisbane-Based Live Sport Commentator & Content Producer

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC); Brisbane; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABC Nominated Super 15.4%

Paid parental and carer's leave

Salary packaging

ABC Mentoring

Job summary

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) in Brisbane is seeking a skilled play-by-play commentator and producer with strong radio production and hosting abilities. The role focuses on Rugby League and other codes, with opportunities to cover AFL and Cricket.

This permanent, full-time position demands charisma, storytelling and cross-platform content creation across radio, digital and social channels. Based in Brisbane, the role includes presenting live commentary, updating daily sports

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience in program making and advanced editorial skills.
• Ability to develop and produce original and engaging audio and cross-platform content to engage sports enthusiasts.
• Well-crafted play-by-play commentary, proficient in Rugby League; AFL or Cricket are an advantage.
• Ability to work productively and positively as part of a small supportive and welcoming team.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills, fostering relationships within the ABC and with external sport stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging sport content across radio, digital and social platforms.
• Present and produce live to air content for ABC Sport plus daily radio sports updates.
• Present live commentary for multiple sports including Rugby League; AFL and Cricket when needed.
• Maintain strategic relationships with the ABC and external sport stakeholders.

Skills

Play-by-play commentary

Radio production

Hosting

Storytelling

Editorial skills

Cross-platform content creation

Stakeholder management

Sports knowledge

Education

Relevant qualifications or equivalent skills

Tools

Audio editing software

Broadcast software

Job description

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) in Brisbane is seeking a skilled play-by-play commentator and producer with strong radio production and hosting abilities. The role focuses on Rugby League and other codes, with opportunities to cover AFL and Cricket.

This permanent, full-time position demands charisma, storytelling and cross-platform content creation across radio, digital and social channels. Based in Brisbane, the role includes presenting live commentary, updating daily sports