Victorian Reporter
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Job Description
We are looking for a Melbournebased journalist who will report on Victorian political and economic issues for a national audience. You will be part of the Financial Reviews national team which covers politics policy economics and humaninterest stories for a businessfocused audience.
In this role you will:
- Jump enthusiastically on breaking news and file to tight deadlines.
- Generate unique story ideas to lead the news agenda and cover a broad range of political economic and social issues.
- Prepare clear accurate balanced timely reports that conform to Financial Review style.
- Work ethically and maintain high standards of independence accuracy and quality.
- Write articles which offer context and analysis of major news or issues as required.
- Be proactive about the visual presentation of stories including by commissioning accompanying photography and graphics.
- Maintain and expand a network of reliable authoritative contacts.
Qualifications :
What we would like to see:
- Previous experience as a reporter or experience in business or politics combined with very strong writing skills.
- Demonstrated understanding of Victorian politics the main players and the key issues for Victorias business community.
- Evidence of solid editorial judgement from nailing an angle to pitching your own stories.
- A passion for news and current affairs as well as business and economics.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills including an ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Very strong writing skills across news features and other formats.
- Experience working as a team player preferably in a newsroom environment.
- Ability to deliver sophisticated analysis of major news and issues.
- Experience in digital article production including writing headlines and writeoffs image selection and search engine optimisation or a willingness to learn.
Additional Information :
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Were committed to a safe respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one youll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities and of all ages genders nationalities backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please advise us when you apply.
Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
