Court Reporter

News Corp Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to News Corp publications

Health & wellbeing programs

Time off options and leave

Diverse benefits across News Corp

Job summary

News Corp Australia is seeking a Court Reporter to join NewsWire and contribute to our content across mastheads such as news.com.au and the Australian. The role is full-time and based in our Surry Hills, Sydney office.

You will craft unique news stories, handle hard-hitting and feature writing, and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom with opportunities for travel.

Qualifications

• Experience in court reporting for print and online.
• Proven ability to deliver front-page stories under deadline pressure.
• Strong understanding of social media and its use in news stories.
• Solid grasp of news writing, ethics and media law.
• High level of organisation and time management.
• Flexibility with work days/hours.
• Must hold a valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Create unique and engaging news stories and features.
• Write both hard-hitting news and engaging features.
• Work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Contribute to a multimedia newsroom serving major mastheads and digital platforms.
• Some weekend and intra-state travel may be required.

Skills

Court reporting

Front-page stories

Social media awareness

News writing ethics

Media law

Time management

Flexibility

Driver's licence

Job description

What's the role?

An exciting opportunity for a Court Reporter to join Australia's largest media organisation. Work for News Corp’s NewsWire providing valuable content for all mastheads, news.com.au and the Australian as well as external clients.

This is a fulltime, permanent position based out of our Surry Hills, Sydney office.

Key Responsibilities

• Create unique and engaging news stories and features
• Write both hard-hitting news and engaging features
• Work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced newsroom
• Contribute to a multimedia newsroom serving one of Australia’s largest mastheads across digital and print platforms
• Some weekend and intra-state travel may be required

Who are you?

• A history of court reporting for print and online
• Proven track record of delivering front page stories
• Display a good understanding of social media and its application to your stories
• A solid understanding of news writing, journalistic ethics and media law
• High levels of personal organisation and time management
• Flexibility around working days and hours
• Must have personal driver's licence

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

Our Benefits Include

• 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

Benefits

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• 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

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia's leading media company. For over a century, News Corp Australia has been an integral part of Australian life, delivering the news and information Australians rely on daily. Telling the stories that matter drives every piece of journalism, campaign, project, and innovation.

With over 150 brands spanning news, sport, and lifestyle, we connect with 18 million Australians monthly - a testament to the trust we've built over generations. From text-based content to dynamic video, personalised apps, fantasy games, podcasts, and events, we continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of our audiences.

Our purpose inspires us, and our five values guide how we achieve it:

MAKE A DIFFERENCE - We are driven to create a positive, measurable impact.

BE PRINCIPLED - We uphold integrity, acting with honesty and purpose.

GET IT DONE - We are accountable for delivering high-quality outcomes.

PUSH BOUNDARIES - We are courageous, bold, and forward-thinking.

WORK AS A TEAM - We are one team, with many voices and diverse strengths. We are committed to telling the stories that matter, delivering value across every medium, moment, and minute Australians choose to spend with us.

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 do not hesitate to let us know here. In order for us to assist you, please ensure you include the role title you are applying for in the subject line. For more information regarding Diversity at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the Diversity@News section.