Apply now Job no: 504381 Work type: Contract Full Time Location: Brisbane Categories: Journalism/Content Making, Production/Content Create news stories for the ABCFull- time fixed term contract for 18 monthsBase salary $81K to $99K plus 15.4% ABC nominated superThe Role The ABC is looking for a Digital Journalist to research, write, edit, and produce content for the News website, app and related digital platforms.
The Job Contribute ideas to improve the ways the ABC presents News on digital platforms.Develop and maintain a strong awareness of emerging trends in digital and help to shape strategies for new products and services.Communicate effectively with senior editorial staff and act as desk/shift lead as required, including acting as the final line of checking for content prior to publication and triaging issues when they arise.Take responsibility for content selection and treatment, by managing audience-facing products like the ABC News front pages.Generate stories that are relevant to a broad section of Australians and reflect the cultural, geographic, and socio-economic diversity of the country.About You You are an experienced Digital Journalist with a sound track record of digital journalism and a demonstrated online skill and knowledge of and enthusiasm for online as a medium.
You will have the ability to work as part of a team and meet regular production deadlines.
You'll also have:
Accomplished experience in journalism, with experience with online news publishing systems.Accomplished ability to produce accurate and concise copy, and ability to produce engaging, digital-first content.Proficient understanding of the way News stories are presented online, including on social media platforms.A demonstrated awareness of new media technologies and platforms.A demonstrated and ongoing interest and passion in finding and telling stories that reflect Australia's diversity.About ABC News Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia.
Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.
More info: In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQA+ individuals.
The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
If you want to know more, please contact Stefanie Garber, Editor, Breaking and Daily News via .
For more information about working at the ABC visit: ABC Careers Page.
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Applications Close: 11:55pm, 26th November 2024.
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