Nine is Australia's largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia's most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.Nine's assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.Job DescriptionThe role will be office-based in Perth but you will also be expected to attend training sessions, press conferences and matches. You will need to have a flexible approach to working, as the role involves working when sports news happens, which often means weekends. If you live and breathe sports - this is for you. It's expected you're a team player - willing to work collaboratively with the News Director, Sports Editor, Chief of Staff and others within the newsroom to produce the best sports coverage possible.Day to day you will:Identify and react to breaking stories, issues and trends with smart and engaging ideas within local, state, national and international sportHave your finger on the pulse of everything that is happening in sport, to ensure the best content is covered daily.Monitor social media and online networks for trending storiesDeliver to tight deadlinesProvide innovative ideas for compelling storytelling across television and digitalCultivate a strong network of sports contactsPerform other duties as reasonably requiredAdditional InformationOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.