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Job Ref No: 504673Alice Springs LocationCreate news stories in Central AustraliaContract for 12 monthsBase salary $81K - $99K p.a. + 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.Working in isolated locations attracts allowances above the base salary rateThe RoleIf youre keen on adventure, want to put your hard-won skills to work and gain invaluable experience in one of Australias most dynamic patches, then this is the bureau for you. Youll hone your hard news skills and get to tell stories of national significance on a regular basis all while living in a vibrant regional community like no other in Australia. We are on the hunt for an enthusiastic, experienced reporter to join our local team in Alice Springs who themselves bring decades of institutional knowledge and boundless passion for Central Australia. The role involves some shift and weekend work and will see you chasing stories right across the stunning landscapes and unique communities of Central Australia.Working together with an experienced, dedicated team, you''ll create news content for broadcast, social media and online platforms to engage and inform audiences in the region and across the country.Reporting to the Editor while working effectively within the Alice Springs office, you''ll also coordinate output with state and national news desks, you''ll also deliver digital news content, radio news bulletins, Q&As, interviews, live crosses, and TV news packages.Position Description: 30003047 REPORTER NEWSAbout YouYou will be a journalist with proven experience in breaking news and generating original stories in a daily news environment.You Will Also PossessCross-platform and video production skills.Confident broadcast presentation skills including live presentation.Proficient editorial skills including the ability to source and analyse information and exercise reliable judgement.Good planning and logistical skills.Proven ability to drive and pitch original content for multi-platform news coverage.A strong grasp of political, social and local issues that affect Alice Springs and the Northern Territory.Resourcefulness and ability to work independently.The ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with people from a range of diverse backgrounds.Demonstrated understanding and passion to source and create authentic content which represents the broad diversity of the Australian community.More informationIn line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.If you want to know more, please contact Ryan Liddle, Editor, Alice Springs & Katherine at liddle.ryan@abc.net.au or John McElhinney, NT Metro and Regional Editor, mcelhinney.john@abc.net.auAdvertised: 04 Jun 2025 6:00 AM AUS Central Standard TimeApplications close: 18 Jun 2025 11:55 PM AUS Central Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr