Journalist

Seven Network; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts, wellness perks &

recognition programs

Generous leave options including Fert

Job summary

Seven West Media is seeking a motivated Journalist to join the regional News Team in Canberra. You will gather, edit and present local stories with accuracy and clarity, working in a fast-paced environment and meeting tight deadlines.

The role requires roster flexibility and some weekend work, and a willingness to work extra hours when news day demands. Build relationships with sources and represent the company professionally on all assignments.

Qualifications

• Proven journalism/ editorial skills
• A solid understanding of media law and ethics
• Competency in script writing in TV News format
• Meticulous attention to detail with some experience in a newsroom

Responsibilities

• Gather, edit and present local news stories accurately and engagingly.
• Roster flexibility with weekend work and willingness to work extra hours when needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key people and organisations.
• Break stories and create engaging content.
• Represent Seven West Media professionally and courteously.

Skills

Journalism

Editing

Communication

Job description

Why join us?

Seven West Media merged with Southern Cross Media Group (ASX: SXL) in January 2026 to create one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.

Seven West owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; LiSTNR; the Hit and Triple M radio networks; The Nightly; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and PerthNow.

A day in the life…

Are you passionate about uncovering stories and delivering news that matters? We are seeking a motivated. Journalist to join our dynamic regional News Team in Canberra.

This is a great opportunity to work with Australian’s leading broadcast media organisation and propel your journalism career to new heights. Working and living regionally will equip you with invaluable skills, paving the way for amazing long‑term success in the industry.

You will be responsible for gathering, editing and presenting compelling local news stories in a composed, accurate and engaging manner. This role requires roster flexibility, and some weekend work will be essential. A willingness to work extra hours when the news day demands is also important.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with key people and organisations.
• Breaking stories and creating engaging content.
• Representing the Company in a professional and courteous manner.

What will you need

You’ll be a driven and energetic Journalist, with the ability to think clearly and act quickly under pressure, possessing excellent communication skills to collaborate with different stakeholders internally, as well as externally with the local community. You’ll be able to work in a fast‑paced environment, with a focus on tight deadlines.

You will have:

• Proven journalism/ editorial skills
• A solid understanding of media law and ethics.
• Competency in script writing in TV News format
• Meticulous attention to detail with some experience in a newsroom

Still no convinced? Let us sweeten the deal!

• Exclusive discounts, wellness perks & recognition programs
• Generous leave options,including fertility, parental & volunteering leave
• Learn your way with learning and mentoring programs

From employee advocacy groups to our Reconciliation Action Plan and gender equality certification, we’re proud to lead the way in building an authentic, inclusive workplace.

Seven is proud to be the first media company in Australia to receive the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality certification and is a proud partner of UN Women.