Northern Territory Correspondent

September 16, 2024

SBS

Darwin

FULL TIME

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.
This role is classified as Level 3 Content and Production ($86,966 - $94,129 base salary) under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement. The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience in alignment with this framework.
About Us
SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.
Our purpose, for the last 49 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.
SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.
The Role
Reporting into the National Editor, World News within our News and Current Affairs team, as our Northern Territory Correspondent, you will report and compile TV, digital and radio stories for news output.
In this role you will:

Provide comprehensive coverage of the Northern Territory for SBS World News across multiple platforms.
Plan and execute trips to gather stories in the field.
Conduct interviews, and film sequences, for news and current affairs programs and NITV.
Report live from the field and contribute to pooling arrangements with other networks and partners as required
Develop contacts within multicultural and First Nations communities to fulfill SBS's charter.
Adapt between various news formats, including traditional television stories and live broadcasts.
Contribute to forward planning and maintain necessary state bureau functions.

About You
Ideally, you will have:

Minimum five years' experience in cross-platform journalism.
Developed skills in video journalism, reporting, and production.
Up-to-date training in first aid, defensive driving, and handling hostile environments.
Detailed understanding of the Northern Territory multicultural and Indigenous communities.
Ability to travel regionally as needed.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we can bridge the gaps!
Some of the reasons to consider working with us

The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!

A brand that is not only recognisable but trusted and established, we have been broadcasting for over 49 years and we’re not done yet!

We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.
We also love to promote from within! we have allocated funds to do just that and help with training gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.
For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS
Reasonable adjustments
SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.
Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.
To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.
We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available