Federal Political Reporter

We are looking for a dynamic political reporter to join our team. Based in the Canberra Press Gallery, this reporting role covers federal politics for The Courier-Mail, Sunday Mail and Queensland regional mastheads..

To be successful you will break exclusive stories for digital and print and write compelling commentary and analysis on federal issues. You'll have a passion for the story behind the politics and know how to make sense of government decisions. You will also have a well-established network of political contacts.

You will be someone who has experience in a political reporting role. The person we want must have a burning desire to know what's going on, where and why it's happening, and the ability to cut through to the core of the issue.

You can write clearly and concisely and are constantly monitoring news, blogs and social media.

You will possess the natural knack to see a great line in a story - and know instantly that it will be a success both in print and digitally. With an eye for detail, your work will be accurate and you will write quickly for multiple tight deadlines.

• Source and produce exclusive political stories and analysis that can be shared across print, web, social media and video, while adapting to the evolving demands of the digital age.
• Deliver relevant content that engages our existing subscribers and attracts new readers
• Build a network of contacts
• Some weekend work will be required
• Who are you?
• Experience in political reporting
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
• Deep knowledge of current political affairs both national and state
• Ability to quickly analyse and communicate complex issues to our readers
• Proven experience building relationships and working with sources in politics and government
• Familiarity with multimedia tools, social media, and digital storytelling.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple stories at once.
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• Exclusively ours
• Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Health & wellbeing
• Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off
• News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life : Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Helping you grow
• Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition
• Financial wellbeing
• Support on making the most of your money
• Perks & discounts
• Exclusive offers across a range of products and services
• Giving back
• Make a difference to our communities.
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities
• Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms

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