Multimedia Journalist

Join the high-performing 9News Canberra Bureau as a Multimedia Journalist specialising in Federal Politics.

Reporting directly to the Director, National News content you will drive high-impact coverage across television broadcast, digital, and social platforms.

This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with national decision makers while contributing compelling content to both state and national news broadcasts.

Day to day you will:

• Working across a 7 day roster, identify, research, and break political stories that set the daily news agenda.

• Produce high-quality television news reports while simultaneously filing digital-first and social content

• Deliver calm, authoritative, and accurate live crosses from the field and studio during breaking news events.

• Build and maintain a trusted network of high-level contacts

• Collaborate constructively with newsroom colleagues under tight deadlines to maintain top production standards.

• Represent the 9News brand with professionalism both on-air, across digital platforms and around Parliament House.

What you'll bring:

• A degree in Journalism or equivalent practical industry experience.

• Demonstrated experience reporting within a fast-paced television newsroom.

• A strong interest in Federal Politics and a willingness to learn the craft of political reporting

• Exceptional broadcast presentation skills with the ability to think critically during live breaking news.

• Proficiency in digital publishing and social media storytelling alongside television production.

• Sound knowledge of media law, legal compliance, and journalistic ethics, with video editing skills considered an advantage.

Additional Information How we work At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team.

Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements.

We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers

• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.

• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads

• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription

• More info at Nine Careers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine.

From day one, you'll 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.