Journalist – Bendigo Advertiser

ACM; Greater Bendigo; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

18 weeks parental leave

Study support for work-related courses

Exclusive employee benefits via Flare

Discounted health insurance

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Bendigo Advertiser is seeking a skilled reporter for a fast-paced, digital-first newsroom in Australia. You will write quickly, verify stories, and pursue exclusive content while leveraging social media for maximum audience reach.

Experience in Canva and Flourish is strongly desirable, with at least two years in a newsroom. Hybrid and flexible work arrangements are offered along with study support and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years newsroom experience required.
• Canva and Flourish experience strongly desirable.
• Ability to build contacts and seek exclusive content.

Responsibilities

• Chase hard news and uncover the story behind the story.
• Verify stories for accuracy in a fast-paced, digital-first newsroom.
• Create basic video packages.

Skills

Hard news

Exclusive content

Fast-paced work

Attention to detail

Video packages

Newsroom experience

Canva

Flourish

Tools

Canva

Flourish

Job description

Bendigo Advertiser is looking for a skilled reporter, hungry for strong news stories, to join our team.

You’ll be able to write quickly, accurately and concisely. You will know how to track down and verify stories so we’re not just first with the news, but also correct. This is a role working in a fast-paced, digital-first newsroom that publishes throughout the day. You will be well-versed in using social media platforms and be able to sell your story for maximum audience reach. You will also have a good gauge on what stories our audience is interested in.

What we’re looking for:

• You’ll love chasing hard news as well as digging deep and finding the story behind the story
• Expertise in building contacts and seeking out exclusive content
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail
• Experience creating basic video packages
• At least two years of newsroom experience
• Experience in Canva and tools like Flourish is strongly desirable

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Because at ACM, your career should grow with your lifestyle — not against it. We offer:

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
• Study support for work-related courses and qualifications
• Exclusive employee benefits via Flare and Commbank, including novated lease and exclusive offers through workplace banking
• Discounted health insurance through NIB and free, confidential EAP, available to you and your immediate family
• Paid volunteer leave (up to 3 days per year) to support causes you care about
• Corporate partnerships that support your wellbeing, including:

Fitness Passport membership to access a variety of gyms and pools across Australia

Fertility support through City Fertility – up to 55% off out-of-pocket costs for you and your family

We advocate Diversity and Inclusion

ACM embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace which reflects the incredibly diverse customers, audiences and communities we serve. Candidates from all backgrounds will receive equal consideration for the opportunity they apply for.

Disability Accommodation

For individuals who need assistance at any point in the application and interview process please contact the ACM Jobs team via email – [e-mail]

Disclaimer: Applications will only be considered from candidates with the right to work in Australia.