Journalist

ARN; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARN is building Australia’s leading entertainment company, delivering local radio news on Sunshine Coast and across digital platforms. We’re looking for an enthusiastic journalist to join our Regional News Team, sourcing, preparing and presenting local news for ARN’s listeners.

As an Audio Journalist, you’ll write, edit and present stories, conduct interviews, report from the field, and attend media conferences.

Qualifications

• Strong on-air presentation and writing skills.
• Tertiary qualification in journalism or communications.
• Understanding of defamation and contempt of court law.

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

Bachelor's/tertiary qualification in journalism or communications

Job description

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 an enthusiastic journalist, looking to start or further their career, to join our Regional News Team on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. You’ll be sourcing, preparing, and reading local news as part of ARN’s Local News First initiative.

The Sunshine Coast offers an ambitious journalist the perfect mix of fast-paced regional news with a welcoming community spirit and unmatched natural beauty to explore. This is a chance to develop real experience in radio journalism for a renowned media company at ARN. If you’re ambitious, curious, and ready to make your mark, come and join us on the Sunshine Coast.

AUDIO JOURNALIST – Sunshine Coast

About The Role:

• 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.

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/