At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate interviews and generate engaging story ideas for ABC News Channel.
- Company: Join ABC News, Australia's trusted source for quality journalism.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in news coverage and connect with diverse voices.
- Qualifications: Experience in journalism, strong communication skills, and a passion for news.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 116000 $ per year.
Sydney location
Base salary $87k – $106k + 15.4% ABC Nominated Superannuation
Contracted role for approximately 9 months, full-time hours
The Role
We are seeking an experienced interview producer to play a key role in the editorial team, suggesting story, segment and interview ideas as well as lining up key interviews with newsmakers.
- Coordinate and book interviews and guests as part of News Channel’s continuous news coverage for everything from one-on-one interviews to panel discussions with multiple contributors; as well as contact and source interviews with witnesses to breaking news events when the channel switches to rolling coverage.
- Working under the general direction of the on shift Supervising Producer and Supervising Producer, Interviews, this position requires a good contact book and sound editorial judgment and will see you coordinate guest bookings and interviews to be broadcast on the ABC News Channel and digital platforms.
- Assist in coordinating logistics for studio and satellite bookings, while working in collaboration with other areas throughout the ABC including the International and Planning desks.
- Generate, suggest and develop story and segment ideas not only for television but to also engage a digital, multi-platform audience in line with ABC Editorial Policies.
- Liaise with colleagues in other areas across the ABC to plan and produce news content of common interest to ABC News Channel and other outlets.
- Monitor a wide range of media outlets and sources to develop a strong understanding of current events and issues.
- 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
We are seeking an experienced, versatile and curious journalist with broadcast experience. You will be a collaborative team player with a strong commitment to news, and highly developed communication and relationship-building skills.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
- A proven ability to source and maintain contacts across the broader Australian community.
- Accomplished ability to research and plan interviews as well as book guests and conduct pre-interviews.
- Excellent ability to write news copy, interview briefs and generate dynamic ideas for enhancing News coverage through interviews and guests.
- Accomplished organisational and communication skills along with an ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Experience with desktop editing and the ability to rapidly acquire the technical skills required for TV news production; a creative approach and an interest in the digital news environment.
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 LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
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