TV Journalist/Producer

Launceston - Full time

Who are we?

Southern Cross Austereo is Australia’s leading media entertainment company, home of LiSTNR, Triple M & HIT networks, and regional television affiliations. With the ability to reach 95% of the population through our Radio, TV and Digital channels, our mission is to Entertain, Inform & Inspire all Australians Anytime. Anywhere!

SCA’s TV cover reaches all regional Australia, in conjunction with its affiliations with metropolitan commercial networks. SCA’s affiliations include Network 10, Channel 7, Nine & Sky News.

In 2021 we launched LiSTNR, a curated and personalised Audio-On-Demand destination. It is home to the Hit & Triple M Networks, 25 music stations, and over 500 podcasts. LiSTNR is Australia’s #1 podcast network reaching more than 8 million monthly listeners.

What’s on offer for you?

• Permanent position based in our Launceston office.
• Training and development opportunities, health and wellbeing initiatives, birthday leave, volunteer leave, concert tickets, footy tickets, social events – PLUS much more!
• Industry leading, gender neutral Paid Parental Leave Policy, offering 20 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer.
• Award-winning, highly supportive, and creative culture that enables you to be your best unique self!
• Flexible working environment (we offer a range of flexible working options to help our people balance work and home life).

About the role:

Based in Launceston, you will be a multi-skilled TV news professional with an eye for detail and a keen interest in local news and current affairs. As a Journalist, you’ll be responsible for researching, pitching, and delivering quality pictures-driven news content. Additionally, you’ll have the calm leadership and knowhow to produce a live television news bulletin that is engaging, accurate and delivered to tight deadlines. Our News is 7 days a week and involves regular weekend work.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, research, write and present on air compelling local news stories.
• Be ready to travel to where the news is happening.
• Produce live news bulletins, teaming with technical and studio crew, and talent.
• Direct and assign resources to maximise news coverage.
• Liaise with and assist 7 Network affiliates.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with other staff, contacts, and our audience.

Experience we’re looking for:

• A passion for news, with a keen eye for the issues that matter to our audience.
• Proven experience as a television news producer with an in-depth understanding of the production process.
• Exceptional news judgment, combined with strong writing and copy-editing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Experience leading and collaborating with team members and with other news leaders.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.

We are values driven at SCA - if you align with our core values, you’ll be a great addition to the team:

• We’re Better Together
• People are our Power
• Always Curious
• We Push Doors Open
• Be Genuine

Still not convinced?
Head to our TikTok, Life@LiSTNR, for a sneak peek into some of the fun we have at SCA!

Interested? Apply now by submitting your resume via our Careers Page. Even if you don't tick every single box on this ad, we still want to hear from you! 

Hot tip: Make sure you download and sign up to LiSTNR – you may be asked about your listening experience throughout the interview process!