Reporter, News

The ABC strives for diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and to promote a culture of opportunity. Through its services the ABC seeks to represent, connect and engage with all of the Australian community. In line with our focus on diversity, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTIQ+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

For more information on inclusive employee networks within the ABC please refer to ABC LinkedIn and Life Page

About Tamworth

More than just the Country Music Capital, Tamworth is a thriving regional city. Close to some of Australia’s best National Parks and with a vibrant cultural scene, you can spend your free time in nature, the theatre or eating and drinking at one of our many fine establishments. You’ll be able to build genuine connections in this friendly community and work on stories that shape the national conversation.

About The Role

The ABC’s News Team is looking for a reporter to be based in Tamworth, and become part of the dynamic team at ABC New England North West for 18 months. Your role will be to create quality news content and to meet changing coverage and content requirements across all platforms.

You Will

Break news stories
Create accurate, concise and clear stories across multiple platforms.
Present radio news bulletins, Q&As, interviews and packages.
Prepare content for television, social media and digital platforms.
Actively identify news content that could travel to other content areas across the ABC.
Liaise with the Local Editor and team regarding all content.
Assist with stories that could be run in state and national bulletins and online.

About You

You will be a journalist with editorial skills and experience with breaking news and generating original stories in a daily news environment.

You Will Also Have

Well-developed cross-platform production skills in radio, television, digital, video, and social media.
An understanding of local issues, a connection with Indigenous communities will be highly regarded.
Demonstrated understanding and passion to source and create authentic content.
Current valid driver's license with flexibility to travel to cover a story.