Journalist / Reporter

Be a part of Australia's independent national broadcaster
Ongoing, Full Time Role
Hobart Location
Produce original and impactful multiplatform content for the digital-first Tasmanian news team

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ABC News is the most respected name in news and current affairs and the nation's leading independent news service on television, radio, digital and social media. Our flagship brands and services include Four Corners, 7.30, Australian Story, AM, PM, Foreign Correspondent, Insiders, Q&A, The Drum, ABC News 7PM, ABC News on digital and social media and ABC news channels on radio and television.

About the Role

The Hobart newsroom has a vacancy for an experienced multi-platform journalist to deliver engaging Tasmanian stories for local and national audiences.

We’re looking for a reporter to generate high-value digital, video and audio content and work collaboratively with teams across the newsroom and the ABC.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Tasmanian stories and audiences on digital and social platforms, and demonstrate excellent communication and time management skills.

About You
You're an experienced multi-platform news reporter, with a track record of generating original stories and covering breaking news.

You'll also be able to demonstrate:

A strong understanding of Tasmanian issues and events
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of a team
A good understanding of social media, in particular its use as a newsgathering and storytelling tool
Well-developed media production skills
Confidence using a variety of software, production systems and reporting tools