Multimedia Journalist

Company Description
Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. We are home to premium, trusted news, sport and entertainment. Nine's assets span free-to-air television, free and paid streaming, publishing and digital audio, and digital outdoor and retail media. 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. As our iconic and emerging brands continue to evolve, we offer unique opportunities for you to bring fresh ideas, innovate, and make your mark on the future of Australian media.

Job Description

Join the high-performing 9News Adelaide team as a Multimedia Journalist specialising in state politics, delivering agenda-setting exclusives for Australia’s most-watched news service. Reporting directly to the News Director, you will drive high-impact coverage across television broadcast, digital and social platforms. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to serve the South Australian community while contributing compelling content to local news broadcasts.

Day to day you will:

• Identify, research and break exclusive stories that set the daily South Australian news agenda.
• Build and maintain a trusted network of high-level contacts across all sides of politics.
• Produce high-quality television news reports while simultaneously filing digital-first copy and social assets.
• Deliver calm, authoritative and accurate live crosses from the field and in the studio.
• Collaborate constructively with newsroom colleagues under tight deadlines to maintain top production standards.
• Represent the 9News Adelaide brand with professionalism both on-air and across digital platforms.

What you'll bring:

• A degree in Journalism or equivalent practical industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience reporting within a fast-paced television newsroom.
• A proven track record in reporting and cultivating high-level contacts to deliver exclusive stories.
• 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 South Australia’s parliament, media law, legal compliance and journalistic ethics.
• Video editing skills are 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:

Nine offers a variety of benefits and perks to support you. Learn more about our full benefits offering here: https://ninecareers.com.au/benefits-and-how-we-work/

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.