Breaking News Reporter at Stan.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Breaking News Reporting, Digital Storytelling, Editorial Judgment, News Writing, Content Coordination, Current Affairs Analysis, Digital Article Production, Interpersonal Skills, Deadline Management

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

The Australian Financial Review The Australian Financial Review, one of our most trusted brands, has been the nation’s source for business, finance, and political news since 1951. Recognised for its news-breaking, agenda-setting and authoritative journalism, joining us means having the opportunity to make a real impact. Job Description The Australian Financial Review is seeking a Breaking News Reporter to cover the high-profile Need to Know daily news blog, delivering timely national and international coverage. Reporting to the News Director, you will drive website traffic by coordinating and creating sharp, accurate content for an engaged audience. This is a prime opportunity to collaborate with an industry-leading newsroom and shape contemporary digital storytelling. The role includes weekend shifts. Day to day you will: Run the fast-paced Need to Know news blog, ensuring highly accurate coverage. Write breaking news posts, integrating pictures, video or other assets, and co-ordinate contributions from reporters and wire services. Collaborate with editors, journalists and producers to ensure fast, relevant blog posts and assist with broader news coverage. Manage tight, real-time deadlines while maintaining exceptional editorial standards. Engage with feedback professionally and foster a collaborative team environment. What you'll bring: Prior experience reporting on breaking news, ideally with a major media outlet. A strong grasp of national and international current affairs. Proven capability to make sound, independent editorial judgment calls. Exceptional writing skills across news, features and various digital formats. A degree in journalism, finance, or a related tertiary qualification. Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to thrive under strict deadlines. Experience in digital article production or newsroom environments is highly regarded. Additional Information How we work At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. Our employee benefits include: 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks. Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription More info at Nine Careers Our 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. Nine is Australia’s leading media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. Learn more Nine’s Employee Exclusives program offers our people a huge calendar of events and behind-the-scenes experiences. You can also take advantage of our leading parental leave offering, free Stan and newspaper access and more. Learn more At Nine, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects and responds to the diversity of our audiences. By supporting our people to express their authentic selves, we create better content, tell more original stories, and contribute to a stronger media landscape for Australia. Learn more

Responsibilities

Manage the 'Need to Know' daily news blog by creating sharp, accurate breaking news content and coordinating contributions from reporters. Collaborate with editors and producers to drive website traffic while maintaining high editorial standards under tight deadlines.