Reporter

Nine is seeking a seasoned Reporter for a 12-month fixed-term contract to lead high-stakes news delivery across broadcast and digital platforms. The role requires a journalist with a distinctive editorial edge, a proven track record for impactful investigations, and the ability to break national stories. Candidates must possess a strong on-air presence, understand the fast-paced news cycle, and contribute to the newsroom's strategic direction. Flexibility for a 7-day roster and travel is essential.

Must Have

• Drive exclusive, agenda-setting news stories.
• Cultivate key relationships across sectors.
• Produce high-quality multi-platform content (TV, digital, social).
• Deliver expert live reporting, including breaking news.
• Uphold journalistic ethics and contribute to a collaborative newsroom.
• Proven ability to break significant stories consistently.
• Commanding on-air presence.
• Mastery of research, writing, and interviewing.
• Possess a strategic editorial mindset.
• Proactive and collaborative approach, using digital tools.
• Flexible for 7-day roster and travel.
• Right to work and live in Australia.

Perks & Benefits

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.
• Flexible work options (flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements).

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Job Description

We're on the hunt for a Reporter ready to spearhead high-stakes news delivery across our broadcast and digital platforms for a 12 month fixed term contract. This isn't for the faint of heart, we need a journalist with a distinctive editorial edge, a proven track record for impactful investigations, and the consistent ability to break and deliver stories that matter to a national audience.

You possess a strong on-air presence, a deep understanding of today's relentless news cycle, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're not just reporting; you're contributing directly to the strategic direction of our newsroom. Flexibility to operate across a 7-day roster and travel as needed is essential.

If you're a seasoned reporter ready to lead and shape national news, we want to hear from you.

Day to day you will:

• Drive Exclusive News, Identify, chase, and deliver agenda-setting exclusive stories.
• Cultivate Key Relationships, build and maintain trusted contacts across sectors.
• Produce Multi-Platform Content, create high-quality reports for TV, digital, and social media.
• Deliver Expert Live Reporting, present confident live crosses, including breaking news.
• Uphold Journalistic Excellence, lead by example in ethics and contribute to a collaborative newsroom

Qualifications

What you’ll bring:

• Impactful Exclusives, with proven ability to consistently break significant stories that set the news agenda.
• Commanding On-Air Presence.
• Comprehensive journalistic expertise, mastery of research, writing, and interviewing..
• Strategic Editorial Mindset
• Proactive and collaborative approach, leveraging digital tools for maximum reach.

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.

Our office will be closed for the annual End-of-Year shutdown from December 22nd to January 2nd.

Applications will be reviewed upon our return from January 5th, 2026. Thank you in advance for your understanding while our Talent Acquisition team takes a break. We look forward to connecting with you in the New Year and wish you a safe and happy holiday.