Senior Digital Producer

Seven West Media Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite café

Free parking

Gym access

EV charging available

Salary sacrifice

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts across iconic brands

Job summary

Seven West Media Limited is seeking a Senior Digital Producer to join the Perth-based online team, shaping the daily news flow for TheNightly.com.au. You will support the Online Editor, guide content directions in the afternoons and evenings, and drive high-quality online storytelling.

The role requires a journalism degree and at least six years of industry experience, with a strong writing ability, news judgment, and the capacity to work under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• Six years of journalism experience in the media industry.
• Strong writing, verbal communication and news judgment.
• Ability to work autonomously under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Source, write, and publish original stories for the website.
• Utilise social media for story discovery and promotion.
• Apply news judgment and use analytics to maximise visibility.
• Write and edit content, including headlines and captions.
• Support the Online Editor in guiding daily content direction.
• Maintain awareness of legal and ethical reporting issues.
• Represent the company professionally in all interactions.
• Upskill and stay updated with digital trends.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Conduct professional and thorough interviews.

Skills

Interviewing

Editing

Deadline management

Social media usage

Writing skills

Education

Journalism degree

Job description

Join Australia’s Fastest Growing National News Brand.

We're on the hunt for an enthusiastic Senior Digital Producer to join our Perth-based team and help shape the daily news flow of our fast-paced, national news website - TheNightly.com.au.

As a key player in our dynamic online team, you'll support the Online Editor and guide the content direction across the site in the afternoons and evenings. If you're passionate about breaking news, have top-notch writing skills, and thrive under pressure then this is the role for you.

What We Need:

To thrive in this role you must have at least six years’ experience in journalism, excellent writing and communication skills as well as sound news judgment. You must also have a keen attention to detail combined with a strong sense of urgency, an ability to multi-task and a thorough grasp of online content distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source, write, and publish original stories for the website.
• Utilise social media for both story discovery and promotion.
• Apply news judgment and use analytical tools to maximize story visibility.
• Write and edit content, including headlines, captions, and embedded media.
• Support the Online Editor in guiding the daily content direction.
• Maintain awareness of legal and ethical issues in reporting.
• Represent the company professionally and courteously in all interactions.
• Continuously upskill and stay updated with technology and digital trends.
• Work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Conduct professional and thorough interviews.

What You Bring:

• A journalism degree and a minimum of six years’ experience working within the media industry.
• A strong work ethic and a healthy level of initiative.
• A high level of literacy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interview and communication skills.
• The ability to work autonomously under high pressure.
• Flexibility in a seven-day newsroom - including weekend shifts - and the ability to work later in the day.

Why You Will Love Working Here?

• Thrive in a dynamic media environment - be part of an influential newsroom that makes a real impact.
• A competitive remuneration package, access to salary sacrifice, EAP and discounts across iconic brands.
• Take advantage of genuine opportunities to advance your career.
• Access to an onsite café, free parking, gym, and EV charging.

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 take on the challenge and be a key player in our incredible team?

Please note, only applicants with valid Australian work rights will be considered.

Seven West Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. SWM does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.