Regional News Journalist – Newcastle

WIN Television; Newcastle (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing program

LIFT digital fitness platform

Discounts on shopping & gym membership

Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging

Parental leave (16 weeks)

Job summary

WIN Network in Newcastle is seeking an experienced journalist for the NBN News service. Based in Newcastle, you will report on local, regional and national stories, taking ownership of your market and delivering high-quality bulletins on weekdays.

Reporting to the NBN State News Director, you will research, compile and produce stories, liaise with editors and camera operators to ensure deadlines are met and standards are maintained. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday 8:30am–5pm.

Qualifications

• A university qualification in journalism with at least one year experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of how to compile a ratings-winning bulletin.
• Knowledge of local, national and international news stories affecting the community.
• Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of media law.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines through effective time management.
• Capacity to operate in a team environment and work with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Research, compile and produce high-quality news stories for weekday bulletins.
• Liaise with editors and camera operators to ensure bulletins meet deadline and quality standards.
• Report on local, regional and national stories from Newcastle and surrounding areas.

Skills

Oral and written communication

News bulletin production

Deadline-driven

Story identification & initiative

Media law knowledge

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

University qualification in journalism

Job description

WIN Network in Newcastle is seeking an experienced journalist for the NBN News service. Based in Newcastle, you will report on local, regional and national stories, taking ownership of your market and delivering high-quality bulletins on weekdays.

Reporting to the NBN State News Director, you will research, compile and produce stories, liaise with editors and camera operators to ensure deadlines are met and standards are maintained. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday 8:30am–5pm.