Journalist at Paramount Global MTV Asia Nickelodeon Asia

South Yarra, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

News Judgment, Communication Skills, Story Pitching, Research Skills, Live Reporting, Editorial Decision Making, TV News Production, Non-linear Editing, Current Affairs Knowledge, Pressure Management, Contact Cultivation, Creativity, Journalistic Integrity, Team Collaboration, Flexibility, Media Law Knowledge

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Paramount is a global media and entertainment organization, renowned for its beloved brands worldwide. In Australia, we offer premium content on any screen, anytime, anywhere, through an enhanced viewing ecosystem. At the heart of our Australian operations is 10 News, our news division that is experiencing significant growth in viewership. This reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality news content that resonates with audiences across Australia. As part of the global Paramount family, Network 10 also delivers a diverse range of shows on our free-to-air channels: 10, 10 Drama, 10 Comedy and Nickelodeon, and a vast array of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV, known as FAST channels, as well as our subscription video on demand service, Paramount+. We take pride in creating content that sparks conversations and keeps our viewers informed and entertained. Ready for Your Next Big Story? Join 10 News in Melbourne. This isn’t just another reporting role. It’s a chance to be at the forefront of a news brand, across a powerful multi-platform network. As part of a dynamic, fast-moving team, you’ll chase leads, uncover facts, and produce compelling, high-impact television news stories that shape the national conversation. Reporting to the Executive Editor, you’ll have the freedom to work independently and the support of a collaborative newsroom culture that values bold ideas, journalistic integrity, and creativity. We're looking for an experienced professional with great on-air presence and an impressive showreel. If you’re looking for a fresh challenge, meaningful stories, and a newsroom that’s backing growth this is your moment. Functions will include:     Pitch, research, and produce original, high-quality news stories for broadcast. Work under tight deadlines to deliver clear, accurate, and engaging TV news content. Report live with confidence on breaking news events. Take the lead on complex news stories, from concept to broadcast, with minimal supervision. Proactively source and line up stories, ensuring comprehensive and dynamic coverage. Cover other newsroom roles as required.   What are we looking for in our Newsroom? What’s important?      Strong news judgment and a deep understanding of the TV news landscape. Previous experience - at least 5+ years would be ideal Exceptional communication skills—both on-air and behind the scenes. Highly motivated to cultivate contacts, you're not afraid to pick up the phone. Ability to work under pressure and make quick, accurate editorial decisions. Proven track record in television news reporting. In-depth knowledge of local, national, and international current affairs. Proficiency in non-linear editing systems, with experience in TV news production. Flexibility to work across different shifts, including weekends, to meet newsroom demands. Strong grasp of media law and its application in news reporting.   If you’re a highly motivated journalist ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of 10 News and help shape the stories Australians wake up to. Paramount ANZ is proud to be recognised by Diversity Council Australia as a 2024-2025 Inclusive Employer.  Paramount embraces differences and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of factors such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property or birth. These grounds also include age, nationality, marital status, disability, place of residence and sexual orientation.   Paramount acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of the lands where we live, learn and work, and honours their continuing connection and care for Country and storytelling.   #LI-LG1  Reasonable adjustments    Paramount recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and be considered for this position.  If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to help set you up for success please contact us at careers@networkten.com.au  

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Responsibilities

The journalist will pitch, research, and produce original news stories for broadcast while working under tight deadlines. They will also report live on breaking news events and take the lead on complex stories with minimal supervision.