Social Reporter

Be a part of Australia's independent national broadcaster
Ongoing, Full Time Role
Location: Burnie, TAS
Salary circa $70K to $87K plus 15.4% Nominated Super

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 LGBTIQA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

For more information about working at the ABC, please feel free to explore our careers page at https://www.abc.net.au/careers/

About ABC News

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, ABC News 7PM, ABC News on digital and social media and ABC news channels on radio and television.

About the Role

As the Social Reporter for Northern Tasmania you will create original, engaging content for the ABC’s social media platforms, and use social media as a newsgathering tool to unearth impactful Tasmanian stories aimed at diverse audiences. You will work with the Tasmanian news leadership team, social media producers and video producers to develop high value content including posts, reels and YouTube videos.

The role will also involve:

Using audience data and metrics to inform coverage in line with the ABC’s Audience First strategy.
Bringing a creative approach to connecting with community groups and finding new audiences.
Attending daily editorial meetings and contribute to commissioning discussions to help ensure content aligns with the ABC’s social media strategy.
Developing and maintaining a strong awareness of social media and emerging trends in digital.

About You

We are seeking a Social Reporter with either relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent skills, knowledge and experience in producing accurate and concise copy and engaging, digital-first video. You will have proven ability to use social media to find diverse stories and distribute content as well as a thorough understanding of, and enthusiasm for, the way multiplatform news stories presented on social media.

You will also have:

The ability to work as part of a team and meet regular production deadlines and experience in camera operation and video editing.
Demonstrated proficient knowledge and understanding of shifting audience habits.
Demonstrated ability to analyse metrics related to engagement and reach and using these in decision making.
A demonstrated and ongoing interest and passion in finding and telling stories that reflect Australia’s diversity.

For further details on the role and requirements, please refer to the full position description: 503794 - SOCIAL REPORTER.pdf

We would love to see your work. Please submit material with your application online (include examples, links to websites or attach audio/video files up to 5MB).

For further information on this position please contact Lisa Stones, Local Editor Northern Tasmania, on (03) 6323 1048

Please feel free to contact accessibility@abc.net.au or 02 8333 2348 where you can request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or have accessibility requirements met wherever possible.

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55 pm, 7th February 2024.