News Editor - New Idea

Are Media Pty Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Additional paid leave

Paid parental leave

Learning pathways

Wellbeing program

Benefits discounts

Belong @ Are culture

Job summary

Are Media Pty Limited in Sydney is seeking a versatile News Editor who knows what resonates with readers across print, digital, social and video. You will lead across timely news, true crime and human-interest stories, shaping original angles and owning stories from pitch to publication.

This hands-on role requires strong interviewing, storytelling instincts and a proven ability to manage projects across platforms while building a recognisable personal brand.

Responsibilities

• Shape standout stories across news, true crime, entertainment and real-life issues.
• Own the editorial process: commission, write and edit content from pitch to publication.
• Adapt content for print, digital and social, including scripting and video.
• Build relationships with freelancers, contributors and publicity teams.
• Use audience data and SEO insights to strengthen storytelling.

Job description

Who are we?

Our portfolio includes some of Australia's most iconic and trusted brands, including The Australian Women's Weekly, ELLE, marie claire, New Idea, Australian House & Garden, Bounty Parents, Better Homes & Gardens and more!

We are Australia's leading omnichannel content company for women! Every day we inform, inspire and connect with 9 in 10 Australian women through magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, vodcasts, events and experiences.

What we can offer you

• We welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate, depending on the needs of the business.

• Additional paid leave, including a day off to celebrate your birthday, four days of volunteer leave each year, and inclusive leave provisions supporting reproductive, hormonal and wellbeing needs, as well as First Nations cultural and ceremonial commitments.

• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks, plus a parenting gift pack, meal vouchers and return-to-work support.

• Opportunities to grow and develop, with access to tailored learning pathways, mentoring, Lunch & Learns, our Digital Learning Academy and professional development support.

• A comprehensive wellbeing program including EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, and a personalised online wellbeing portal with assessments, resources and lifestyle plans.

• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including Fitness Passport memberships, discounted health insurance, beauty services, technology and a range of lifestyle offers through our benefits partner Flare.

• A genuinely inclusive culture, supported through our BELONG @ Are program, where everyone is welcomed, valued and empowered to be their authentic selves.

The Role

Turn the stories everyone is talking about into compelling journalism for one of Australia's most recognised media brands.

From timely news and true crime to powerful real-life stories from the Australian heartland, New Idea is looking for a versatile News Editor who knows what will resonate with our audience and how to bring it to life across print, digital, social and video.

This is a hands-on role for a journalist who loves finding original angles, interviewing real people and owning stories from the initial pitch through to publication. You'll create distinctive, audience-first content that keeps New Idea relevant, engaging and connected to the issues that matter to everyday Australians.

What you’ll be doing

• Shape standout stories: Identify fresh angles across news, true crime, entertainment, television and real-life issues.
• Own the editorial process: Commission, write and edit high-quality content while managing interviews, shoots, workflows, legal considerations and deadlines from beginning to end.
• Bring stories to life across platforms: Adapt content for print, digital and social, including scripting, filming and editing video, conducting vox pops and creating engaging social content.
• Build strong external relationships: Manage freelancers and contributors, negotiate fees, and work confidently with publicity teams, talent and real-life interview subjects.
• Use insights to drive impact: Apply audience data, SEO principles and content-performance insights to strengthen storytelling and inform future ideas.

About you

We're looking for someone who brings:

• Strong editorial experience: At least four years' journalism experience within a magazine, newspaper or digital publishing environment, including commissioning, writing and editing long-form and social media content.
• Exceptional storytelling instincts: Sharp news sense, excellent interviewing skills and the ability to uncover original, audience-relevant angles across a broad range of subject areas.
• Genuine multi-platform capability: A strong understanding of print, digital, social media, SEO and audience behaviour, with video filming or editing skills highly regarded.
• Confidence and initiative: The willingness to get out from behind the desk whether that means attending an event, conducting a street vox pop, filming a reel or door-knocking for a story, while also knowing how to present themselves on screen and build a recognisable personal brand.
• Strong relationship and delivery skills: The judgement, communication and organisation to work sensitively with real people, manage external stakeholders and deliver multiple stories accurately under pressure.

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful,collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone, and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

If you would like to know more, please contact our People & Culture Team - [e-mail]