NOVAEntertainmentisAustralia’sfastestgrowingaudioentertainmentbusiness,creatingexperienceslovedandsharedbyaudiences.NOVAEntertainmentownsandoperatestheNovaNetwork,themostlistenedtometronetworkinAustralia,whichincludesNova96.9Sydney,Nova100Melbourne,Nova106.9Brisbane,Nova93.7PerthandNova919Adelaide,inadditiontoAustralia’spremiumintimatelivemusicbrand,Nova’sRedRoom.
Thecompany’sbroadcastofferingiscomplementedbyarangeofondemandassetsacrossdigital,social,mobile,includingtheNOVAEntertainmentPodcastNetwork,whichbringstogetherthelargeststableofaccessibletalentinthecountrytocreateasuiteofqualitypodcastcontentthatconnectsaudiencesandbrands.
Ourvaluesareintegraltowhoweare.WebelieveincreatingandworkinginanenvironmentthatsupportsUnwaveringUnity,RelentlessCuriosityandRadicalEmpathy.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate radio newsreader to join our Nova Entertainment/Smooth FM newsroom in a casual capacity, with opportunities to work across both brands and support network-wide coverage.
We welcome applications from candidates based in Melbourne who can identify and deliver stories that resonate with local audiences, while contributing to national news coverage when required.
You will work independently but be fully supported by a team of experienced newsreaders and journalists across the national network to ensure news content is current, accurate and consistent.
WorkingArrangements:
Ourcasualnewsreadersarerequiredtocoverleaveandbeavailableduring public holidaysandweekends(dependingonyouravailability).Youwillworkcloselywithouron-airteamsaswellastheNationalNewsroomOperationsManager,ProducersandAnnouncerstoensureonairnewscontentiscurrent,accurateandconsistentwithbrandstyle.
Asacasualyouwillstillhavetheresponsibilityfordeveloping,writingandeditingonairnewsbulletinsaswellasbulletinsforournewspodcastoffering“TheUpdate”.You’llhavetomaintainthesmoothrunningofnewsbroadcastsbyensuringcontentiscompliantwithallbroadcastcodesofconduct.
AboutYou
- Experience in a regional or metro radio newsroom (essential)
- Passion for news and current affairs with a news presenting voice to suit the Nova brand
- Strong understanding of local, national and international news affecting the community
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Accuracy and excellent attention to detail
- Competent in broadcast systems
- Effective time management and deadline management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- NewsBoss and Zetta experience preferred
- Accesstofirstclassequipment
- AccesstoALLvacantrolesBEFOREtheyareadvertisedexternally.
NovaEntertainmentDiversity&InclusionCommitment:
TheAim:
Promoteadiverseworkforcethatinvitespeopleofallbackgroundstoworkandgrowwithusintheirownuniqueway.
- Supportingcandidatesthatmayhavediverseneedsbyprovidingreasonableadjustmentsensuringeachcandidatecanputtheirbesteffortsintotheirapplication.
- ByutilisingourmembershipandguidanceoftheDiversityCouncilofAustralia
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What’snext?
- Onlysuccessfulapplicantswillbecontacted.
- Ourinterviewprocesswillinvolveatelephoneinterviewinitiallyfollowedbyupto2face-to-faceinterviews
- PoliceChecksmayberequired.
Pleasereachoutduringtheapplicationprocessifyouthinkyoumayrequireanyconsiderationsfortherecruitmentprocess.
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Casual News Presenter – Melbourne Newsroom (National Coverage) employer: Nova Entertainment Pty
NOVA is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly within the Audience Intelligence team. Employees benefit from a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth through diverse project opportunities and cross-functional collaboration, all while being part of a forward-thinking organisation that values creativity and data-driven insights. Located in a vibrant area, NOVA offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful projects that shape audience understanding and commercial strategies.
