Senior Newsroom Roles

Seven West Media; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Australia is seeking passionate journalists to create high-quality content in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess strong writing skills, a sharp news sense, and be flexible with hours. This role offers exciting opportunities for personal growth within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Employee perks program

Onsite gym

Free parking

Qualifications

• Ability to create high-quality, accurate content.
• Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong ability to develop relationships with key sources.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content that informs and entertains.
• Juggle multiple stories and deadlines.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Strong Writing Skills

Sharp News Sense

Detail-Oriented

Team Player

Deadline-Driven

Flexible Hours

Job description

Apply now Job no: 980074
Work type: Full-time
Location: Perth

Join the Team at WA’s Leading News Brands – The West Australian, The Nightly, and PerthNow

Are you a passionate storyteller with a hunger for breaking news? The West Australian – WA’s #1 news brand – and The Nightly – Australia’s fastest-growing national news site – are looking for talented journalists to join our dynamic team.

We also have exciting opportunities in our thriving regional locations, both editing and reporting, and roles with our vibrant, free PerthNow newspapers.

What We Cover

• Politics
• Business
• Community

About Us

Seven West Media (SWM) is not only the top news, sports, and entertainment brand in WA, we are a group of diverse, creative, and inclusive team members that love what we do. We get to connect with millions of Western Australians every day, and we aim to give our audience, clients, and team the best experience. We comprise of brands including Channel Seven, The West Australian, The Sunday Times, thewest.com.au, PerthNow, 7plus, and thegame.com.au.

What you’ll be doing

As a journalist, you’ll have the chance to create high-quality, accurate content that informs, entertains, and keeps our audience engaged. You’ll be part of a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, breaking news and developing relationships with key sources. Expect to juggle multiple stories, deadlines, and platforms, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel.

What you’ll bring

• Strong Writing Skills: You’ve got a way with words that makes the news come alive.
• Sharp News Sense: You know what’s important and when to go after it.
• Detail-Oriented: You catch the little things that make a big difference.
• Team Player: While you can work independently, you thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Deadline-Driven: You can juggle multiple tasks with tight turnarounds and stay cool under pressure.
• Flexible Hours: From evenings to weekends, you’re adaptable and always ready to jump into action.

Why you’ll love working here?

• Work with Western Australia’s leading media company
• Perks Galore: Salary sacrifice, paid parental leave, and an employee perks program, onsite gym, free parking.
• Work Perks program offering discounts on some of the most iconic brands—just for being part of the team!
• Exciting opportunities for personal growth in an exciting company.

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

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your resume and join one of Australia’s most prominent media companies.

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.

Advertised: 03 Oct 2025 10:35 PM W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 20 Nov 2025 3:35 PM W. Australia Standard Time

Seven West Media is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Recruitment Agencies: Seven West Media does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes. Seven West Media is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.