The Illawarra Mercury is looking for a sports journalist to join its high-performing team to lead the publication into the future.
Based on the Illawarra coastline, we're looking for someone to join a team of hard-working, inspiring and energetic journalists during a time when of rapid change in Wollongong in the local news industry.
This role will focus on the Illawarra's rich and competitive sporting culture and will see you keep our subscribers across the most interesting sports stories of the day.
You will be able to spot the story behind the story with a focus on the rich personalities that form the Illawarra's sporting community.
You will be able to follow the highs and lows of local football (soccer), and will enjoy seeking out our young sports stars of the future.
In return, you'll get to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world, work with a team committed to finding a work-life balance whilst delivering constructive journalism our readers love.
You'll get to cover the Illawarra Hawks in their bid for top-of-the-table success and the St George Illawarra Dragons.
If this sounds like the challenge you are looking for, please send us your resume with a cover letter letting us know how you'd help engage the Illawarra Mercury's subscribers.
What you'll do Write sports stories our readers can't get anywhere else.
Sell your content across social media platforms Create engaging video to make your content sing.
Use data to tell stories that go that extra mile.
What we're looking for: You will live and breathe finding and writing great stories Proven experience working as a journalist Expertise in building contacts and seeking out exclusive content Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment have high attention to detail At least two years experience working in a newsroom in a similar role Why you should join ACM ACM's purpose is driven by our passion for keeping our communities strong, informed and connected.
We truly value independence and encourage you to achieve your best work in an environment that allows your authenticity to shine and supports your development in your media career.
Our employees also enjoy the following benefits: Hybrid working Lifestyle discounts - Flare benefits, digital subscriptions, novated leasing and more Competitive Parental Leave Program Financial Study Assistance - We will support you to explore further qualifications and can support work-related tertiary qualifications and courses Make a Difference - We pride ourselves on making a difference for our audiences, communities and achieving results for our advertising partners Next Steps Please press the APPLY button - we can't wait to hear from you!
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