Indigenous Multiplatform Reporter & Storyteller

Theibr; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 105,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC News in Canberra is seeking a Multiplatform Producer / Reporter and passionate storyteller to develop and report original, agenda-setting content that informs, inspires and drives discussion. You will work across radio, TV and digital platforms to amplify Indigenous voices with editorial excellence.

You will report on national stories, build sources, and craft compelling narratives that reflect Australia’s diverse communities while maintaining high journalistic standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to report and produce across platforms.
• Strong storytelling and editorial judgment under tight deadlines.
• Ability to research, source stories and build trusted contacts.

Responsibilities

• Gather, create and report content (including breaking news) across platforms to engage national audiences.
• Build and maintain strong contacts and sources in the Indigenous Affairs round.
• Pitch, research and produce original stories for daily news, longform and all platforms.
• Monitor broadcast, digital and social media to stay across current events.
• Deliver stories reflecting Australia’s cultural, geographic and socio-economic diversity
• Strong storytelling, editorial, and live presentation skills.
• Experience in audio/video editing and digital content production.
• Sound news judgement and ability to research and source stories.
• Understanding of local audiences and issues affecting Australian communities.
• Strong communication skills across radio, television, audio, and digital platforms.
• Passion for creating diverse, inclusive, and authentic content.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and community networks.

Skills

Storytelling

Editorial judgement

Live presentation

Audio/video editing

Digital content production

Research and sourcing

Indigenous affairs understanding

News sense

Interpersonal communication

Cross-platform reporting

Tools

Editing tools

Job description

ABC News in Canberra is seeking a Multiplatform Producer / Reporter and passionate storyteller to develop and report original, agenda-setting content that informs, inspires and drives discussion. You will work across radio, TV and digital platforms to amplify Indigenous voices with editorial excellence.

You will report on national stories, build sources, and craft compelling narratives that reflect Australia’s diverse communities while maintaining high journalistic standards.