Address Townsville Bulletin is looking for a confident and experienced journalist to join its dynamic newsroom to write compelling stories about crime.
The role includes regular weekend shifts and requires a writer with demonstrated ability who isn’t afraid to ask tough questions and tackle the region’s most important issues.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and resilient individual who has the ability to build rapport with a wide range of people and gain exclusive insights to break the big stories and find fresh angles.
The best candidate will be skilled in news gathering and developing key contacts, have a solid grasp of social media and the ability to pitch and deliver engaging, high-quality content that drives conversation.
This is a prime opportunity for a motivated journalist to take their career to the next level in an agenda-setting newsroom at a company that can provide an exciting career path and values people willing to move so they can grow professionally.
What’s the role?
Source and create compelling stories around crime
Deliver relevant content that both engages existing subscribers and attracts new readers
Work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment without compromising on quality or accuracy
Focus on online engagement and drive subscription growth
Demonstrate initiative to search for stories that are not already breaking and identify unique angles that drive conversation and move the issue forward
Who are you?
News Corp is looking for a savvy, plugged-in journalist/digital producer wanting to make a name for themselves and who knows their way around social media, loves breaking news and can cover court.
The successful candidate will be:
Active in online communities and can see a hot topic in these communities from a mile away
Keen to be out of the office as much as they are in it
Wanted for exciting new positions covering the booming tourism and lifestyle capital of Australia that is Townsville.
Enjoy attending events, including socially out of hours, working some weekend shifts and nights
A confident and experienced journalist with demonstrated ability
Thrives on the challenge of meeting business outcomes and reader expectations and actively looks to exceed them
Ability to cut through political speak and get to the core of complex issues
Strong news judgment and interview skills
Understands and has experience in digital storytelling as well as print
Willing to embrace change and demonstrate agility in a fast-paced sector
Self-starter who can maintain high levels of personal organisation and time management
Understands social media, SEO, digital data and is active on social media platforms
Hard working, detail-oriented and able to stay calm under pressure
Able to build and maintain a solid network of valuable contacts
What’s in it for you?
A chance to pioneer the way forward in storytelling
Opportunity for ongoing career development through different pathways
A creative and collaborative work environment
Variety of work where no two days are the same
The opportunity to work with some of Australia's most recognised and prestigious brands
The chance to make a tangible difference in the community as part of Australia’s most influential media organisation
A coastal lifestyle at one of Australia’s most vibrant and desirable locations
Who are we?
Townsville Bulletin is an agenda-setting Queensland masthead and part of Australia’s most influential media organisation. Each month more than 17 million Australians choose to consume news and information from News Corp’s digital and print products – more than any other media group in Australia.
What’s next?
Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers
Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!
