Journalist

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JOB BAND : C

CONTRACT TYPE : Permanent, Full-time

DEPARTMENT : BBC News

LOCATION : Sydney

Any offer of employment with the BBC will be conditional upon you having the right to work in Australia. PURPOSE OF THE ROLEWe're expanding our digital news operation in Sydney and are looking for a talented digital journalist to join the team. You'll be covering the biggest international and UK stories in both text and video, helping to grow the BBC's global audience and shaping our early morning digital offer for UK users.

As part of this dynamic team, you'll be expected to run live pages on major breaking stories, write sharp, engaging news articles, and produce impactful digital video. You'll also help curate editions of the BBC News website and app, working closely with correspondents and reporters around the world to deliver trusted, high-quality journalism to millions.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

The BBC News website is one of the world's most trusted and widely read digital news platforms, offering tailored editions for UK and International audiences across both desktop and mobile, as well as dedicated BBC News apps.

Our Sydney-based team plays a crucial role in the BBC's global news operation, taking over from our UK and US digital output teams to lead coverage of the biggest breaking stories as they unfold. Operating seven days a week, the team helps shape our UK morning news offer and ensures seamless, round-the-clock coverage. Working in close collaboration with colleagues in London and Singapore, and alongside a small team covering Australian news, this team is central to delivering fast, accurate and engaging journalism to millions worldwide.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT :

Write accurate, engaging news stories and live page updates on major UK and global events, ensuring clarity, speed and editorial rigour.Produce compelling short-form digital video content with strong editorial judgement and visual flair.Curate and publish content across different editions of the BBC News website and app, tailored to diverse global audiences.Collaborate closely with BBC correspondents and reporters worldwide to deliver authoritative, high-impact journalism.Monitor breaking news, social media trends and audience data to inform editorial decisions and enhance storytelling.Contribute to the BBC's 24-hour news operation by picking up coverage from London and Washington during UK overnight hours.YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Proven experience writing fast, accurate and engaging digital news content for a broad audience.Strong skills in producing and editing short-form news video, with an understanding of its role in digital storytelling.A solid grasp of both UK and international news agendas, with a clear commitment to the BBC's editorial values.Confidence using social media, search trends and audience data to inform and enhance coverage.A creative approach to news, with the ability to develop fresh angles that resonate with new and diverse audiences.DisclaimerThis job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note : If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media / Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

At the BBC you can create and innovate in an inclusive environment while contributing to some of the world's best loved content, and the BBC's mission to inform, educate and entertain.

• Fair pay and flexible benefits specific to your location and contract type.
• Excellent career and professional development.
• Support in your working life.
• A values-based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do.

We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, so all our employees feel that they can belong, thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and / or belief.

Find out more about diversity, inclusion and belonging in our strategy below.

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