Journalist

Seven West Media is the leading listed national multi-platform media business based in Australia. We comprise Channel Seven; The West Australian, The Sunday Times and associated Perth metro and WA regional newspapers.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and proactive graduate or junior journalist ready to kick-start their career at WA’s leading media business.

Based in our Osborne Park office and reporting to the Manager and Editor of Custom Publishing, this full-time entry-level position involves writing informative and engaging advertorial content for clients, as well as articles across a broad range of topics. This position contributes to the Advertising Department by producing print features for The West Australian, The Sunday Times, PerthNow and Regional mastheads as well as weekly products in the property space.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and copywriting skills, highly developed organisational and time management skills, and the ability to work in a busy, deadline-driven environment. Essential to this role is a desire to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required, as well as an unwavering ‘can-do’ approach to all tasks. The main responsibilities of the role include:

• Writing client copy and articles across a diverse range of topics and industry sectors;
• Liaising with advertisers on a daily basis to deliver positive client outcomes;
• Undertaking research and interviews to produce relevant and high-quality stories that support and enhance client content in various products and features;
• Working collaborating with sales teams within the Advertising Department to secure revenue opportunities;
• Developing positive relationships with key industry people and organisations;
• Representing the Company in a professional and courteous manner.

About You

• A qualification in Journalism or Communications and copywriting experience;
• Strong research, interviewing and writing skills;
• Strong time management and organisational skills;
• The ability to work under pressure and maintain high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment;
• A strong work ethic;
• A valid driver’s licence.

About the Benefits

• Salary sacrifice packaging and a paid parental leave policy
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• A paid parental leave policy
• An Osborne Park location with an onsite café, free gym and parking
• An employee Perks program, health and wellbeing support program and more

If this sounds like you, apply now with your CV, samples of work and a cover letter outlining why you want to work for Seven West Media!

Apply now!

Join us at Seven West Media and be a part of our success story. To apply simply click the ‘Apply Now’ button and follow the prompts to submit your resume and any supporting documents. Please note, only applicants who have current and valid Australian work rights can apply.

Apply now and join us behind the scenes at one of Australia’s most prominent media companies to let your talents shine.

SWM is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

SWM does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

For more information visit www.sevenwestmedia.com.au