This is a Events and Coverage Producer role with Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) based in Sydney, NSW, AU Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Role Seniority - mid level, senior More about the Events and Coverage Producer role at Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Job no: 504932 Work type: Ongoing Full Time Location: Sydney Categories: Production/Content Be a part of Australia's independent national broadcaster Ongoing, Full Time Role Ultimo, Sydney: Convenient CBD location (near Central Station) $78K to $87K plus 15.4% Nominated Super The Role In this role you will produce detailed multi-platform coverage plans for key stories and events. You will be supporting teams to prioritise commissioning for digital platforms and ensure an efficient use of resources. You will help identify and line up talent for news coverage, and complete multi-platform production tasks as required. The role will also involve: Developing and maintaining a solid understanding of current events and issues, monitoring a wide range of media outlets/sources. Under routine direction of the Planning Editor, oversee the futures diary, communicate upcoming events with output platforms and relevant content teams, and initiate early planning process. Ensure planning documents are clear, detailed, accurate and up to date. In collaboration with senior editors, respond to breaking news with appropriate planning detail, calls and follow-up to ensure output needs are met. Suggest and pitch story ideas that would be of interest to new and underserved audiences and contribute to planning and editorial meetings. Assist in generating stories that are relevant to a broad section of Australians and reflect the cultural, geographic and socio-economic diversity of the country. Position Description: 50042118 EVENTS AND COVERAGE PRODUCER.pdf About You We are seeking a motivated Events & Coverage Producer with either relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent skills, and experience working in a News environment. You will have excellent communication and planning skills, and the ability to prioritise and meet production deadlines. You will also have: The ability to develop and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders to generate coverage plans and story ideas, share knowledge and increase collaboration opportunities. Ability to work collaboratively with a range of people in a team environment. Demonstrated understanding of multi-platform content production and emerging technologies. Experienced and proficient in the use of multimedia editing and production systems highly desirable. A demonstrated and ongoing interest and passion in finding and telling stories that reflect Australia’s diversity What we can offer you: 15.4% ABC Nominated Super. Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave. ABC Mentoring. About ABC News Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Producing coverage plans Overseeing futures diary Responding to breaking news Key Strengths ️ Communication skills ️ Planning skills Multi-platform content production Relationship building Team collaboration Multimedia editing Why Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) not with Hatch.
