Multiskilled News Operator - Cameras, Editing & Studio

Australian Broadcasting Corporation; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABC Nominated Super

Paid parental leave

Carer's leave

Supporting partner leave

Salary packaging

ABC Mentoring

Job summary

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation in Canberra is seeking a Multi-skilled Operator to work across news production, including camera operation, editing and studio production, bringing creativity to storytelling for ABC audiences across digital, television and live broadcasts.

You will produce high‑quality content, operate cameras, sound and editing gear at a high level, mentor junior staff, stay current with production techniques, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on delivering

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
• Recent, accomplished camera, sound, edit and live operations experience in News/Current Affairs, including breaking news and disasters.
• Multi-discipline production experience (not a single specialism), including studio operations.
• Familiar with online/mobile video platforms and producing content for them.
• Broad, advanced knowledge of TV broadcasting, computer systems and emerging technologies.
• Collaborative team player involved across all project stages to improve quality and solve problems.
• Proactive learner who shares knowledge and supports continuous improvement.
• Sound understanding of admin procedures and safe work practices.
• Understanding of production processes, broadcast tech and equipment; able to learn and adapt to new technology.
• Clear communicator who prioritises and solves problems while contributing creatively.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality, visually innovative news content for TV and online.
• Operate cameras, sound, editing, and studio equipment at a high level.
• Flexibly cover camera, edit, and studio roles as needed.
• Report and follow up on equipment faults to maintain standards.
• Take initiative to upskill staff and set a strong example.
• Mentor new and less experienced team members.
• Stay current with modern news production techniques and equipment.

Skills

Camera operation

Editing

Studio production

Live operations

Broadcast tech

Team collaboration

Proactive learning

Admin procedures

Problem solving

Clear communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications or equivalent

Tools

Video editing systems

Studio control systems

Broadcast hardware

Job description

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation in Canberra is seeking a Multi-skilled Operator to work across news production, including camera operation, editing and studio production, bringing creativity to storytelling for ABC audiences across digital, television and live broadcasts.

You will produce high‑quality content, operate cameras, sound and editing gear at a high level, mentor junior staff, stay current with production techniques, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on delivering