Senior Producer

4 Days ago • All levels • Product Management

Job Summary

Job Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company, offering diverse experiences and opportunities across television, radio, digital, and publishing brands. As a News Producer at 9News Sydney, you will contribute to various programs including Today Show News, 11:30 am, 4 pm, 6 pm, and Late News. Your role involves producing high-quality, engaging journalism for local, national, and international stories. You will support the Executive Producer, research, develop, verify, script, and edit news stories, identify compelling content, ensure accuracy and legal compliance, assist with breaking news coverage, operate in the control room for live broadcasts, and manage multiple stories under strict deadlines.
Must have:
  • Strong understanding of news and current affairs.
  • Proven experience in news media (TV, radio).
  • Exceptional communication and broadcast writing skills.
  • Ability to perform under pressure.
  • Solid understanding of media and broadcast law.
  • Strong team player.
  • Proficiency in desktop editing, Avid, and ENPS.
Good to have:
  • Demonstrated creative and innovative thinking.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
Perks:
  • 18 weeks paid parental leave.
  • Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program.
  • Digital newspaper subscription.
  • Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

Job Details

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

As a News Producer at 9News Sydney, you'll thrive in our dynamic newsroom, contributing to a range of programs including Today Show News, 11:30 am, 4 pm, 6 pm, and Late News. You'll be instrumental in producing high-quality, engaging journalism that informs and educates our viewers on local, national, and international stories. Working closely with the Executive Producer and a dedicated team, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful news.

Day to day you will:

  • Support the Executive Producer in developing audience-focused content.
  • Research, develop, verify, script, and edit news stories in collaboration with reporters and editors.
  • Identify compelling stories and unique angles that resonate with our viewership.
  • Ensure all content is accurate and legally compliant.
  • Assist with rolling coverage during breaking news events.
  • Operate within the control room environment to facilitate live broadcasts.
  • Manage multiple stories simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet strict deadlines.

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

  • Strong understanding of news and current affairs.
  • Proven experience in TV, radio, or other news media.
  • Exceptional communication and broadcast writing skills.
  • Demonstrated creative and innovative thinking.
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Solid understanding of media and broadcast law.
  • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in desktop editing, Avid and ENPS systems.

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.

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