This is a Reporter role with Seven West Media based in Karratha, WA, AU Seven West Media Role Seniority - graduate More about the Reporter role at Seven West Media Grow your journalism career while embracing the adventure of life in WA’s vibrant Pilbara region. We have an exciting opportunity for a recent journalism graduate ready to make their mark in one of Western Australia’s most dynamic and newsworthy regions. Based in our Karratha office, you will be at the forefront of local storytelling covering everything from community news and sport to photography and digital content. This role offers hands-on experience across multiple platforms, providing a strong foundation to accelerate your journalism career in a fast-paced regional newsroom. You will bring tertiary qualifications in journalism, or a related field, along with a genuine passion for local news and a solid understanding of digital platforms and social media. A collaborative mindset, curiosity, and a strong eagerness to learn and grow within a supportive team environment are essential. What You Will l Be Doing Researching, writing and publishing news articles across a variety of platforms, including print and digital channels. Conducting interviews and gathering information from a range of sources to produce high-quality, factual content. Attending and reporting on local events, meetings and community activities. Working collaboratively with the editorial team to develop and execute news coverage strategies. Maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and community members. Consistently meeting deadlines and adhering to editorial standards and policies. What We Are Looking For Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of the English language. A proven track record of journalism experience, preferably in a regional or community news setting. A natural curiosity and ability to identify and pursue compelling news stories. Strong research and investigative skills, with the ability to verify information from multiple sources. Familiarity with the latest digital publishing tools and techniques. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. A commitment to ethical journalism and upholding the highest standards of accuracy and integrity. What We Offer At Seven West Media, we are committed to providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including: Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Employee discounts on a variety of products and services. A dynamic and collaborative team culture that values creativity and innovation. About Us You may have heard of us, but did you know Seven West Media (SWM) is not only the top news, sports and entertainment brand in WA, we are also a group of diverse, creative and inclusive team members that love what we do. We are here to connect with millions of West Australians every day and we aim to give our audience, clients and team the best experience. We comprise brands including Channel Seven, The West Australian, The Sunday Times, The Nightly, thewest.com.au, PerthNow, 7plus, and thegame.com.au, as well as 19 regional publications and 10 suburban titles. If you are an experienced journalist with a passion for storytelling and a desire to make a positive impact in your local community, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join our team! 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 Seven West Media team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Researching, writing and publishing news articles Conducting interviews and gathering information Attending and reporting on local events Key Strengths Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong research and investigative skills Familiarity with digital publishing tools Collaborative mindset Curiosity ⚖️ Commitment to ethical journalism A Final Note: This is a role with Seven West Media not with Hatch.
