Radio Play-by-Play Commentator – Rugby & Rugby League

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC); Canberra; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABC Nominated Super 15.4%

Paid parental and carer's leave

Salary packaging

ABC Mentoring

Job summary

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Sport is seeking a skilled play-by-play commentator with proficiency in Rugby League and Rugby. Rugby and Cricket knowledge is a plus.

The role includes radio hosting with charisma, producing live to air content and engaging audiences across radio, digital and social platforms. You will present live commentary for multiple sports, including Rugby League and Rugby, and manage relationships with ABC stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong storytelling and broadcasting skills across radio, digital and social platforms.
• Proficient in presenting live to air content for ACT Grandstand and daily sport updates.
• Excellent knowledge of local and national sports issues and current affairs.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging sport content across radio, digital and social platforms.
• Present and produce live to air content for ACT Grandstand plus daily radio sport updates.
• Present live commentary for Rugby League and Rugby.
• Maintain strong relationships with ABC and external sport stakeholders.

Skills

Play-by-play commentary

Rugby League

Rugby

Radio hosting

Cricket (advantage)

Job description

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Sport is seeking a skilled play-by-play commentator with proficiency in Rugby League and Rugby. Rugby and Cricket knowledge is a plus.

The role includes radio hosting with charisma, producing live to air content and engaging audiences across radio, digital and social platforms. You will present live commentary for multiple sports, including Rugby League and Rugby, and manage relationships with ABC stakeholders.