Reporter Regional NSW

Dow Jones; Sydney; Híbrido; AUD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Exclusively ours - Access to News Corp

Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers

Health & wellbeing - onsite gym / well

Time off - various leave options

Financial wellbeing - money management

Resumo da oferta

News Corp Australia is expanding its regional NSW coverage with a Hyperlocal NSW Reporter role across a community of your choosing. You will drive ideas for engaging digital content and advocate for the local community.

The ideal candidate has newsroom experience, strong interviewing skills, and a passion for building connections in the local patch. SEO and social media experience are a bonus, and you’ll work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualificações

• Previous writing and newsroom experience.
• A local-community network is highly desirable.
• Excellent spelling, grammar and attention to detail.
• Courts/government coverage experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and develop stories for local NSW communities.
• Produce engaging, accurate copy for digital publication.
• Drive subscription growth and increase site traffic.
• Lead digital content through high-quality storytelling.
• Use data analytics to spot trends and tailor stories.
• Build connections with local businesses, sports teams and residents.

Conhecimentos

Journalistic writing

Digital storytelling

SEO and social media

Interviewing

Data analytics

Ferramentas

Video editing software

Graphic tools

SEO tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

What's the role?

News Corp Australia’s news coverage footprint is expanding with an exciting new opportunity for a Reporter in a regional NSW community of your choosing, working as a Hyperlocal NSW Reporter. We are seeking a passionate journalist who thrives on driving their own ideas for engaging digital content and has a genuine interest in advocating for the local community.

Identify and develop stories across a range of topics that are relevant and engaging for the local and wider NSW communities. Produce engaging, accurate, and clean copy. Develop stories from the concept stage to their digital publication. Drive subscription growth for the digital masthead and increase traffic to the website. Lead and inspire digital content through story development of the highest quality. Use data analytics to find new trends and track what content is performing online. Use that information to deliver stories that inspire, inform and engage the community. Build genuine connections across local businesses, sports teams, political leaders, families and citizens. Harness the many storytelling tools that digital has to offer (interactives, video, graphics).

Who are you?

Previous writing and newsroom experience would be ideal, experience in courts coverage, local and state government, highly desirable. Ideally you already have a network from the local community – we are looking for team members embedded in their community, who know their local patch.

Fantastic interviewing skills and a natural curiosity that drives you to discover the stories that will make an impact. A stickler for detail and excellent spelling and grammar. SEO and social media experience an advantage. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline driven work environment. Passionate about advocating and being the voice of the local community.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values‑driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits

News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company‑organised charity drives
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee‑resource groups and accessibility to multi‑faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms. Renowned for world‑class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast‑paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever‑changing fields. News Corp Australia is evolving in response to the expectations and challenges of the digital world in which we now live. We have an amazing opportunity to reinvent our industry and redefine the future of media in Australia. We are passionate about what we do and are proud of our heritage of world‑class journalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our environment is supportive and friendly, we encourage innovation, collaboration and creative thinking. If you thrive on being challenged and enjoy working in a fast‑paced stimulating environment, come and join us on this incredible journey.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply! We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know here. For more information regarding Diversity at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the Diversity@News section.

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We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms. Renowned for world‑class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast‑paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever‑changing fields.