Reporter

Seven West Media; Albany; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts on popular brands

Salary sacrifice packaging

Job summary

Seven West Media’s Great Southern team is seeking talented journalists to tell stories that matter in Western Australia’s vibrant regional communities. Reporting to the Editor (Great Southern), you’ll cover breaking news, pursue exclusive stories, and connect with the community to deliver impactful local journalism.

Ideal candidates include graduates eager to break their first major story or experienced reporters seeking a sea change.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience writing copy in professional or academic contexts.
• Ability to deliver under strict deadlines.
• Strong community reporting and interviewing skills.
• Hold a valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, engaging copy to deadlines.
• Cover breaking news across regional WA.
• Pitch exclusive stories to the Editor.
• Build and maintain community contacts.
• Interview and photograph subjects confidently.
• Represent Seven West Media professionally.

Skills

Excellent writing

Interviewing

Deadline-driven

Community journalism

Organised

Verbal communication

Self-motivated

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Job description

Chase Stories. Build Connections. Make an Impact.Looking for a fresh start in 2027? Join Seven West Media's Great Southern team and build your journalism career in one of Western Australia's most vibrant regional communities.We're seeking talented and curious journalists to tell the stories that matter across the Great Southern. Whether you're a graduate eager to break your first major story or an experienced reporter looking for a rewarding sea change, you'll have the opportunity to cover breaking news, pursue exclusive stories, build trusted community connections and make a genuine impact through local journalism.Reporting to the Editor (Great Southern), your key responsibilities will include:Consistently delivering accurate, engaging copy to strict deadlines.Covering breaking news stories across a broad range of areas.Pitching agenda-setting exclusive story ideas to the Editor.Building and maintaining excellent contacts across the community.Interviewing and photographing subjects confidently and professionally.Representing the company in a professional and courteous manner.What you will bring to the role:Excellent written and verbal communication.Highly organised with the ability to build rapport quickly with a range of stakeholders.A passion for community journalism, strong work ethic and self-motivation.Experience writing copy in a professional or academic contextHave an eagle-eye for detail and excellent writing skills.Excellent time management with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Hold a valid driver’s licence.Our perks:An inclusive and diverse workplace that values respect, collaboration and speaking up.Hybrid working arrangements.Employee health and wellbeing support programs.Work Perks program offering a range of discounts on some of the most popular brands.Salary sacrifice packaging.About us:Seven West Media’s national publishing portfolio connects Australians through trusted journalism across print and digital, complemented by events, brand activations and integrated marketing solutions.Anchored by The Nightly, The West Australian and PerthNow, our portfolio reaches metropolitan, regional and local communities across Australia. From breaking news and national stories to local storytelling, sport, lifestyle and entertainment, our brands provide a relevant source of news and information throughout the day.As part of Seven Media Group, our clients can also tap into the strength and scale of a national media business spanning television, audio and publishing.Ready to become the voice of regional WA? Join us in bringing important local stories to life and helping keep Great Southern and Wheatbelt communities informed, connected and engaged. Apply today.Seven West Media is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #TheWestAustralian