Southbank, Melbourne LocationCreate news stories for the ABCBase salary $100K - $110K plus relevant shift penalty rates of up to 15% Monday to FridayThe RoleDo you love the buzz of a daily newsroom and have great story ideas and excellent organisational skills? Now is the time to join one of the ABC's biggest and busiest newsrooms. ABC News is seeking to appoint a Newsgathering Producer (Chief of Staff) who will strategically drive the daily commissioning and management of impactful and distinctive content for all platforms. You'll typically serve as morning Newsgathering Producer to help run the newsroom and set the daily agenda for our hard working and dedicated news team.The JobYou will:Set the daily news agenda for ABC News in Victoria, using strong editorial judgment to assess news requirements, commission daily stories and assign reporters and field operatorsWork with the Vic News Metro & Regional leadership teamsManage logistics for breaking news coverageHelp deliver multiplatform coverage plans for big or significant stories.Ensure output meets ABC Editorial Policy and community expectations.Position Description: 30001764 JOURNALIST NEWSGATHERING PRODUCER (CHIEF OF STAFF).pdfAbout YouYou are an experienced journalist, editor or producer with advanced knowledge of news production in a multi-platform environment, including the creation of content for digital, mobile and broadcast platforms and in particular, breaking news.You'll also be able to demonstrate:Exceptional communication, interpersonal and time management skillsProven experience leading a team in a fast paced-news environmentExperience using audience data for insights and the latest trends in audience behaviourAbility to commission content for digital, mobile and social platformsExcellent understanding on newsroom production workflowsWhat we can offer you:15.4% ABC Nominated Super.Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.Salary packaging.ABC MentoringAbout ABC NewsQuality 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. To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or have accessibility requirements please contact ****** you want to know more, please contact Monique Hore, Deputy Editor, ABC News Victoria via ****** For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careersWe respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.Applications Close: 11:55pm, Sunday 5 January