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Form of workAt SBS, we embrace difference and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.
About Us
SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.
Our purpose, for the last 40 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.
SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.
The Department
The Audio and Language Content team is seeking Expressions of Interest to join us in the Arabic language program. Audio and Language Content produces the most linguistically diverse public broadcasting in the world, providing Australian-focused news and information in 63 languages across live radio and digital platforms.
Working with SBS Australia as a Producer
With a sound understanding of the Arabic-speaking community in Australia and its cultural sensitivities, as a producer, you will contribute to fostering audience engagement on-air and online. Prior experience in journalism or broadcasting will be highly regarded.
Our casual positions are based in Sydney and Melbourne.
About you
- The ability to research, write, produce, translate and present audio content (including news, current affairs and community stories) on radio and/or online platforms.
- Proficiency in speaking and typing in Arabic as well as English. Also, you will be comfortable participating in a language assessment task as part of our interview process.
- Demonstrated professional experience using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram would be an advantage.
What happens next?
Once your details are submitted we will review your expression of Interest in line with what we have available across our Arabic teams and potentially elsewhere within SBS. Please note: You may receive an invite to apply to certain roles as we advertise them.
Some of the reasons to consider working with us:
- The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work â you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
- The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!
- We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with FitnessPass.
- We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!
- We also love to promote from within! We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.
For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS
Our Producers will be required to undertake shift work which includes presenting on-air programs early in the morning and could include weekends. Only residents based in Australia with working rights are eligible to submit an expression of Interest.
