Supervising Producer

Seven Media Group; Launceston; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Fitness Passport

Parental Leave

Exclusive perks

Birthday & Volunteer Leave

Job summary

Seven Media Group seeks a Supervising Producer for 7NEWS Tasmania, based in Launceston. You will act as the 2IC to the Executive Producer, helping to lead the team and deliver a nightly one-hour bulletin of local, national and international news and weather.

Training and progression opportunities are provided within the wider 7NEWS network. You will structure and produce the bulletin, work with reporters and production staff, and ensure on-air readiness under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of journalism experience.
• Strong understanding of structuring television news and programs.
• Ability to thrive under deadline pressure.
• Enthusiasm for pulling together a fast-paced bulletin of local, national and international news and weather.
• Strong people skills and ability to get the best out of a team.

Responsibilities

• Act as 2IC of the 7NEWS Tasmania newsroom, supporting the Executive Producer to lead the team.
• Help structure and produce the nightly one-hour bulletin, combining local, national and international news and weather.
• Shape television news stories, working closely with reporters and production staff to get the best out of every story.
• Keep the newsroom on track under deadline pressure so the bulletin is ready to air on time.
• Lead and motivate the team, engaging with people in a proactive and empathetic way.
• Work with colleagues across Launceston, Hobart and the wider 7NEWS network.

Skills

Journalism experience

Story structuring

Deadline management

People skills

News production

Job description

Why Join Us?

Seven Media Group (SMG) is one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.

Every day, millions of Australians turn to us for the news they rely on, the sport they love, the entertainment they enjoy and the stories that bring communities together.

SMG is home to some of Australia's most trusted and loved brands including the Seven Network, the Hit and Triple M radio networks and Australia’s number one podcast network, LiSTNR.

About The Role

Are you looking for your first step onto the management rung in television news? 7NEWS Tasmania is the island’s only seven-day-a-week, one-hour local news service. We’re proudly Tasmanian made, with newsroom teams in both Launceston and Hobart.

Based in our Launceston newsroom and reporting directly to the Executive Producer, the Supervising Producer is the 2IC of the state’s dominant news service, helping to deliver a nightly one-hour bulletin of local, national and international news and weather. We want you to succeed, so we’ll give you the training and support you need as you step into management, and set you up for a bigger role within the wider 7NEWS network.

What You’ll Do

• Act as 2IC of the 7NEWS Tasmania newsroom, supporting the Executive Producer to lead the team
• Help structure and produce the nightly one-hour bulletin, combining local, national and international news and weather
• Shape television news stories, working closely with reporters and production staff to get the best out of every story
• Keep the newsroom on track under deadline pressure so the bulletin is ready to air on time
• Lead and motivate the team, engaging with people in a proactive and empathetic way
• Work with colleagues across Launceston, Hobart and the wider 7NEWS network

What You’ll Need

• 3-5 years of journalism experience
• A strong understanding of how to structure television news stories and programs
• The ability to thrive under deadline pressure
• Enthusiasm for pulling together a fast-paced bulletin of local, national and international news and weather
• Strong people skills and the ability to get the best out of a team
• A proactive and empathetic approach to working with others
• The ambition to take your first step into news management

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging - Access novated leasing and exclusive discounts on top brands and tickets for a range of entertainment experiences
• Fitness Passport - Enjoy discounted access to a broad range of gyms and swimming pools across Australia
• Parental Leave - Generous paid parental leave and 5 days paid fertility leave
• Exclusive perks - Working in media comes with a heap of perks including discounts on top brands, behind-the-scenes access, & industry tickets
• Birthday & Volunteer Leave - celebrate your birthday with a paid day off, plus enjoy an additional day each year to volunteer for a charity or cause that matters to you.

Working at SMG means being part of a business with unmatched reach, endless opportunities to grow, and the chance to make a real impact. Join us and shape the stories, experiences and conversations that connect Australia.

SMG is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair hiring. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and ensure a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

SMG is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during your interview, please let us know. We’re happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and comfortable experience. Reach out to [e-mail] for assistance. #SNOL

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