Indigenous Journalism Cadetship — 12-Month Programme

Theibr; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care checks

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible work arrangements

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

SBS is offering a 12-month cadetship for recent journalism graduates or community broadcasters who want to build a career in broadcast and digital journalism. Starting February 2027, cadets will work across SBS platforms including television, radio and digital, with most teams based in Sydney and placements in Canberra and Melbourne.

Working under guidance, cadets will contribute to SBS News and Current Affairs content, researching, producing and reporting stories that matter, including evenings

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Journalism or related field, or equivalent journalism experience (e.g. community media or broadcasting).
• Experience reporting or producing content for TV, radio, or digital platforms.
• Strong knowledge of issues affecting Indigenous communities and current affairs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with SBS and NITV News and Current Affairs programming.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and drive to develop meaningful story ideas.

Responsibilities

• Research and pitch original story ideas for TV, radio and digital platforms.
• Produce and report content across multiple formats.
• Participate in newsroom and field-based training across SBS and NITV teams.
• Support coverage of breaking news and major events.
• Build journalism skills in line with SBS editorial values: accuracy, balance, impartiality and impact.

Skills

Journalism knowledge

News reporting

Indigenous issues awareness

Strong communication

Familiar with SBS/NITV

Initiative & curiosity

Education

Tertiary qualification in Journalism

Job description

SBS is offering a 12-month cadetship for recent journalism graduates or community broadcasters who want to build a career in broadcast and digital journalism. Starting February 2027, cadets will work across SBS platforms including television, radio and digital, with most teams based in Sydney and placements in Canberra and Melbourne.

Working under guidance, cadets will contribute to SBS News and Current Affairs content, researching, producing and reporting stories that matter, including evenings