Producer

Nine; North Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company seeking a Producer to join our dynamic newsroom. You’ll sub-edit, produce and publish high-quality articles that engage readers with strong visuals and storytelling across tablet, web and newsletter formats.

You’ll work across shifts including mornings, afternoons and weekends, collaborating with reporters and editors to ensure copy meets the highest standards and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with sub-editing and production for online news.
• Strong command of English grammar and style.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit and produce stories in the content management system, meeting deadlines.
• Create engaging headlines, write-offs and visuals to attract readers.
• Liaise with reporters and editors to refine copy to high standards.
• Monitor live blogs and ensure copy is error-free.
• Curate newsletters and enhance stories with images, captions and videos.

Skills

Sub-editing

Online news production

CMS platforms

English grammar

Attention to detail

Tools

CMS platforms

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.

Since 1951, The Australian Financial Review has been the nation's premier business, finance, and political publication. As the essential daily read for executive decision-makers and investors, our newsroom is renowned for news-breaking, agenda-setting journalism. Joining our team gives you the platform to chart national prosperity, collaborate with elite journalists, and drive business media forward.

Job Description

We are seeking a Producer to join our dynamic newsroom. As a key player in our content team, you’ll sub-edit, produce and publish high-quality articles that engage our readers with strong visuals and storytelling. You’ll also sub-edit newsletters and check digital assets including video. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a sharp eye for detail and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.

The role requires flexibility to work across various shifts including mornings, afternoons, and weekends.

Day to day you will:

• Edit and produce stories in the content management system, focusing on quality and deadlines.
• Craft engaging combinations of headlines, write-offs and visuals to create compelling “sells” for stories.
• Liaise with reporters and topic editors to sub-edit stories and rework copy (as necessary) to the highest standards.
• Monitor and edit live blogs to ensure copy is error-free and of high quality.
• Curate, edit and send newsletters.
• Enhance stories with other assets such as photographs and captions, videos, graphics, multimedia assets, related content and key points.
• Suggest and create additional digital elements for stories to improve audience engagement.

What you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in sub-editing and production for online news.
• Strong understanding of current affairs, with a keen news sense.
• Expertise in content management systems and optimising stories for digital readers.
• Exceptional attention to detail and knowledge of the English language, grammar and syntax.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with legal best practices, including defamation laws.
• Knowledge of business journalism, markets and/or politics will be advantageous.
• Experience with newsletters, analytics tools, SEO, social media and/or live blogs is desirable.

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.