Journalist

Australian Radio Network; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing

Superannuation salary sacrifice

Birthday leave

Paid parental leave

Charity leave

Discounts on lifestyle

Job summary

Australian Radio Network in Darwin is seeking a passionate journalist to join the Regional News Team and contribute to Local News First initiatives. You will source, prepare, and read local news as part of ARN’s Local News First, collaborating with notable teams and covering diverse events across the NT.

Darwin offers a fast-paced yet community-focused setting where you can chase stories, talk to Territorians, and gain radio journalism experience as part of a national entertainment group.

Qualifications

• Strong on-air presentation and writing skills.
• Tertiary qualification in journalism or communications.
• Understanding of the law as it relates to media, particularly in Defamation and Contempt of Court.
• A passion for news and a workable understanding of sport.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit and present high-quality local news for our listeners
• Conduct and edit interviews for inclusion in local news bulletins
• Write, edit and publish news stories for our station websites
• Report from the field and attend media conferences, doorstops, police incidents and other news events as required
• Form connections with local newsmakers to ensure ARN is the regional radio and audio news leader

Skills

On-air presentation

Writing skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in journalism or communications

Understanding of Defamation and Contempt of Court law in media

Job description

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At ARN , we’re building Australia’s leading entertainment company — where great content, powerful audiences and innovative platforms come together to drive growth.

From our iconic broadcast brands to podcasts, streaming, social and live experiences, we create content that entertains Australians and connects brands to audiences at scale. With a national footprint across metro and regional markets and a clear focus on digital acceleration, audience growth and commercial impact, ARN is evolving fast — and our people play a critical role in making it happen.

If you love news and keeping people informed about the things that affect their daily lives, read on!

We’re looking for a passionate journalist to join our Regional News Team and become part of the Hot100FM and Mix104.9 family. You’ll be sourcing, preparing, and reading local news as part of ARN’s Local News First initiative, and will get to work alongside some amazing people including 10‑time ACRA winner Katie Woolf, whose talkback program has become a fixture of the NT community.

Darwin offers an ambitious journalist a rare mix of fast‑paced capital city news with a welcoming community spirit and unmatched natural beauty to explore. This is a chance to get out from behind the news desk, chase stories, talk to Territorians and develop real experience in radio journalism. If you’re ambitious, curious, and ready to make your mark, come and join us in Darwin.

About The Roles:

• Write, edit and present high-quality local news for our listeners
• Conduct and edit interviews for inclusion in local news bulletins
• Write, edit and publish news stories for our station websites
• Report from the field and attend media conferences, doorstops, police incidents and other news events as required
• Form connections with local newsmakers to ensure ARN is the regional radio and audio news leader

About You:

• Strong on-air presentation and writing skills
• Tertiary qualification in journalism or communications
• Understanding of the law as it relates to media, particularly in the areas of Defamation and Contempt of Court
• A passion for news and a workable understanding of sport

What’s in it for you:

• ARN perks & benefits (e.g. giveaways, merch, events, free and discounted tickets)
• Novated leasing & superannuation salary sacrifice | Birthday leave | Paid parental leave | Charity leave | Bonus leave
• Discounts on lifestyle & entertainment with big name brands (including savings on health insurance and gym memberships)
• Education assistance | Build your expertise & abilities with award-winning learning programmes | Long-term career progression

Our culture:

We have four behaviours that make up our ‘Culture in Action’ – how we act every day to create a great place to work:

• Aim High – set big goals and achieve together
• Own It – take ownership and be solutions focused
• Be Your Best Self – create the environment we need to thrive
• Make a Difference – seek out ways to have a positive impact

Bring your skills, genius and energy along on our journey.

Applications close October 10.

For more details, head to www.arn.com.au and connect with us via Instagram (@arn_media_au) and LinkedIn (LinkedIn / ARN).

ARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For individuals with disabilities who need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please contact the People & Culture team at the relevant state office: https://arn.com.au/contact-us/