ABC News Digital reaches more than 12 million Australians each month via abc.net.au/news – the nation’s #1 news website – and our news app. We are Australia’s trusted, independent national broadcaster, with a long tradition of high-quality, original and investigative reporting from across Australia and around the world. Our digital platforms are home to some of Australia’s most-compelling digital storytelling and our breaking news service is relied upon by Australians to provide fast and accurate coverage regardless of the time of day.

The Role

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has an opportunity for an Overnight Supervising Producer to oversee the running of the ABC News website and app during Australian nighttime hours (from 2200 Australian Eastern Standard Time). This is a crucial role that helps to ensure when Australians wake up the ABC has the latest news from around the world ready for them to read.

Working from our London bureau alongside multi-platform colleagues managing key platforms and our London bureau team, you will:

• Monitor breaking news events in Australia and overseas and respond accordingly, including delivering breaking news alerts to the ABC News app and putting in place content plans for big developing stories.
• Commission, sub and publish digital content from across the ABC’s domestic and international operations
• Drive and commission exclusive and original content and specialised digital coverage with an audience-first focus
• Communicate effectively with senior editorial staff and make smart decisions about the shape and direction of content being created

About You

You will have considerable experience as a digital journalist and a broad knowledge of world news events. Experience covering Australian news is not required, but you must be willing to learn fast.
You will:

• be a great writer who can identify trusted sources and put together stories at speed
• relish working under pressure and making decisions for yourself
• be a skilled sub-editor, complete with a keen eye for legal and editorial risks
• have sound news judgement, particularly relating to the needs of digital audiences
• be a team player who can successfully work with colleagues remotely

About ABC News

Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace. Make a positive contribution to the Australian national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia’s most trusted and diverse news organisation.

More Information & To Apply

We strive to promote an inclusive culture of opportunity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. A valid UK working visa is a requirement for the role if you do not hold UK citizenship.

If you want to know more, or see a position description, please contact:
Grant Sherlock, Managing Editor, News Digital via sherlock.grant@abc.net.au. Application close 11 August 2024.

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