News Editor (Print)

Stan.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Hybrid work

Part-time arrangements

Job summary

Sydney Morning Herald is seeking a proven leader to oversee the curation and quality of its print edition, shaping premier journalism five days a week. You will balance top-tier news judgment with efficient production, reporting to the Editor.

Day-to-day responsibilities include attending news conferences, building a runsheet, ensuring accuracy, crafting headlines, leading lead stories, coordinating with The Age, and delivering pages on time.

Qualifications

• Experience in news curation across print and/or digital.
• Outstanding editorial judgment aligned to the Herald’s audience.
• Excellent command of English grammar, syntax and headlines.
• Experience with digital publishing and CMS.
• Ability to meet tight production deadlines.
• Strong cross-masthead collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend news conferences and curate online stories for print.
• Build a runsheet to direct page production.
• Oversee quality and accuracy of print content.
• Craft engaging headlines, captions and unique print elements.
• Determine page 1 lead stories and highlights with Editor.
• Collaborate with The Age to share national content and workflows.
• Ensure on-time delivery of completed pages to deadlines.

Skills

News curation

Editorial judgment

Headlines

Digital publishing

Deadline management

Collaboration

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. We are home to premium, trusted news, sport and entertainment. Nine’s assets span free-to-air television, free and paid streaming, publishing and digital audio, and digital outdoor and retail media. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones. As our iconic and emerging brands continue to evolve, we offer unique opportunities for you to bring fresh ideas, innovate, and make your mark on the future of Australian media.

As Australia’s most widely read masthead and number one news brand, Sydney Morning Herald is proudly committed to fearless, independent, and accurate journalism. Reaching millions each month across print and digital platforms, our newsroom offers unparalleled opportunities to contribute to a storied legacy, shape national conversations, and drive impact in the media industry.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Editor, this key leadership role oversees the curation and quality of the print edition of The Sydney Morning Herald, showcasing the masthead’s premier journalism across all topic areas. You will curate high-quality online content into a compelling publication five days a week, balancing top-tier news judgment with operational efficiency.

Day-to-day you will:

• Attend news conference and assess online stories from all topic areas to curate the print edition.
• Build a newslist (runsheet) to direct the production of pages.
• Oversee the overall quality and accuracy of all print content.
• Craft engaging, precise headlines, captions and unique print elements.
• Determine page 1 lead stories and promotional highlights in consultation with the Editor.
• Collaborate with The Age to streamline shared national content and workflows.
• Ensure the strict, on-time delivery of completed pages to production deadlines.

What you’ll bring:

• Comprehensive experience in news curation across print and/or digital forums.
• Outstanding editorial and news judgment tailored to the Herald’s audience.
• Exceptional command of English grammar, syntax, and headline writing.
• Prior experience utilising digital publishing and content management systems.
• Proven ability to manage tight production deadlines with excellent time management.
• Strong collaborative skills to build effective cross-masthead relationships.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

Nine offers a variety of benefits and perks to support you. Learn more about our full benefits offering here: https://ninecareers.com.au/benefits-and-how-we-work/

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights:

Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.