Executive Director, Multilingual Audio & Content

Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Fitness program

Job summary

Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) Australia seeks an accomplished executive to lead the Audio Language Content division. Reporting to the Chief Content Officer and Managing Director, the Director of Audio Language Content will shape editorial strategy, drive audience impact, and oversee a 250-person team across radio and digital audio.

The role requires deep understanding of multicultural Australia, strong financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate with communities and stakeholders while

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in media, audio, journalism or similar.
• Strong editorial judgement and oversight of content delivery.
• Experience with multilingual and multicultural content.
• Ability to translate diverse lived experiences into compelling audio slate.
• Proven track record managing large, diverse teams.
• Experience with P&L and commercialisation of audio content.

Responsibilities

• Set long-term strategy and priorities for multilingual news, current affairs and music across radio and digital audio platforms.
• Engage with communities to ensure SBS audio educates, entertains and informs all Australians.
• Uphold the highest editorial standards and impartiality.
• Grow audience reach, engagement, trust and impact through relevant content and distribution.
• Represent SBS at events and across SBS to share content and resources.
• Lead digital innovation, audio commercialisation, financial planning and risk management.

Skills

Senior leadership

Editorial judgement

Audience strategy

Change management

Multicultural engagement

Financial acumen

Job description

Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) Australia seeks an accomplished executive to lead the Audio Language Content division. Reporting to the Chief Content Officer and Managing Director, the Director of Audio Language Content will shape editorial strategy, drive audience impact, and oversee a 250-person team across radio and digital audio.

The role requires deep understanding of multicultural Australia, strong financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate with communities and stakeholders while