Crime Reporter

253 Nationwide News Pty Ltd; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Publications access

Discounts on News Corp products

Onsite gym and health wellbeing

Leave options (Parental, Birthday, Vol

Career development programs

Job summary

News Corp Australia in Brisbane is seeking an experienced crime reporter to join our newsroom. The role focuses on high-impact reporting—breaking exclusive stories, covering live police operations and incidents for digital, print and social platforms.

You will be a core member of the crime desk, capable of breaking exclusive news and writing engaging content. You will leverage social media and thrive in a fast-paced environment, working flexible hours including nights and weekends when major

Qualifications

• An experienced crime reporter who can generate your own stories.
• A journalist with an extensive and reliable network of contacts.
• Strong writing, editing and communication skills; capable of working independently and with the broader team under tight deadlines.
• Skilled at using digital tools including video.

Responsibilities

• Break exclusive crime stories to set the daily agenda.
• Report on-the-ground at breaking news incidents filing quickly and accurately for digital and print.
• Package stories using digital tools (graphics, video and audio) to reach and retain readers.
• Build and maintain an extensive network of contacts.

Skills

Experienced crime reporter

Extensive network of contacts

Strong writing/editing skills

Digital tools including video

Education

Journalist background

Tools

Video

Job description

What's the role? We are seeking an experienced and energetic crime reporter to join our Brisbane newsroom. Working as a core member of our dedicated crime desk, you will focus on high-impact reporting: breaking exclusive stories, covering live police operations and news incidents for our digital, print and social platforms. This role is for a dedicated journalist who can break exclusive news, write engaging content, leverage social media and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Break exclusive crime stories to set the daily agenda.
• Report on-the-ground at breaking news incidents filing quickly and accurately for digital and print.
• Package stories using digital tools (graphics, video and audio) to reach and retain readers.
• Build and maintain an extensive network of contacts.

Who are you?

• An experienced crime reporter who can generate your own stories.
• A journalist with an extensive and reliable network of contacts.
• Strong writing, editing and communication skills; capable of working independently and with the broader team under tight deadlines.
• Skilled at using digital tools including video.
• Willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends and as major events break.

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.

Benefits

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

• 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
• 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 most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms. Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields. News Corp Australia is evolving in response to the expectations and challenges of the digital world in which we now live. We have an amazing opportunity to reinvent our industry and redefine the future of media in Australia. We are passionate about what we do and are proud of our heritage of world-class journalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our environment is supportive and friendly, we encourage innovation, collaboration and creative thinking. If you thrive on being challenged and enjoy working in a fast-paced stimulating environment, come and join us on this incredible journey.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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.

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We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms. Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.