Print and Digital Support Journalist

Australian Community Media (ACM); Toowoomba Regional; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

18 weeks paid parental leave

Study support

Employee benefits via Flare/Commbank

Health insurance discounts

Volunteer leave

Fitness Passport

Fertility support

Job summary

Australian Community Media (ACM) – Toowoomba QLD is seeking a hands‑on Agri editor to curate, sub‑edit and produce engaging print and digital content. The role balances print work (three days per week) with fast‑paced digital work (two days per week).

You will shape stories for agricultural communities, collaborate with editorial teams, and drive online engagement across social platforms and mobile apps.

Qualifications

• At least two years of newsroom experience with proven sub-editing, editing and prioritisation skills.
• Experience with digital and social media content production and an understanding of digital journalism.
• A self-starter mindset with strong attention to detail, adaptability and high communication standards.
• Empathy for and genuine interest in rural and regional Australian communities.
• Desirable: tertiary qualifications in journalism/communications and knowledge of agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Curate, edit, and copyfit print pages and publications with tight deadlines.
• Design front pages and graphics, acting as an ACM Agri style champion for error-free copy.
• Repurpose print content for digital platforms (Instagram, Facebook) and assist with breaking national news.
• Manage social media accounts and mobile apps, using performance stats to drive digital plans.
• Represent mastheads publicly and build relationships with freelancers, columnists, and rural stakeholders.

Skills

Newsroom experience

Sub-editing

Digital content production

Social media

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Journalism/communications degree

Job description

Australian Community Media (ACM) – Toowoomba QLD

Full time

Hybrid

27d ago , from Australian Community Media (ACM)

Location: Orange, NSW (Hybrid/Flexible/Remote)

A career at ACM is more than just a job. It’s a career that grows with your lifestyle.

About Us

With more than 180 years of history, ACM’s network includes iconic mastheads like The Land, Queensland Country Life, and The Canberra Times. We operate across digital platforms, newspapers, magazines and events.

Our people are united by purpose and driven by impact, delivering trusted local journalism and storytelling that matters to the communities we serve.

About the Role

Joining our ACM Agri division, you will work closely with the editorial and publishing teams to curate, sub-edit, and produce engaging print and digital content. Due to digital expansion across our agricultural mastheads, this hands‑on role gives you the opportunity to shape stories that directly inform and connect Australia’s agricultural communities. You will balance print work (three days per week) with fast‑paced digital work (two days per week).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Curate, edit, and copyfit print pages and special publications while ensuring strict layout deadlines are met.
• Design engaging front pages and graphics, acting as an ACM Agri style champion to deliver error‑free copy.
• Repurpose print content for digital platforms including Instagram and Facebook, and assist with breaking national news.
• Manage social media accounts and mobile applications while using performance stats to drive digital plans.
• Represent mastheads publicly and build strong relationships with freelancers, columnists, and rural stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

• Essential: At least two years of newsroom experience with proven sub‑editing, editing, and prioritisation skills.
• Essential: Experience with digital and social media content production and an understanding of digital journalism.
• Essential: A self‑starter mindset with strong attention to detail, adaptability, and high communication standards.
• Essential: Empathy for and genuine interest in rural and regional Australian communities.
• Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in journalism/communications and working knowledge of the agricultural sector.

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 - ****@austcommunitymedia.com.au